Quick Read Probate attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of estate value. Some estates lose over $100,000 to court ...

Probate can be a lengthy and complex process, leaving executors eager to find ways to expedite it. Familiarizing yourself with the legal procedures and documentation required to settle an estate ...

Probate eats up lots of time and money, but there are ways to avoid it. Here are 7 expert tips.

Inheritance Funding reports that probate delays can be minimized by personal representatives through clear communication, timely document handling, and organized estate management.

One of the most effective tools in the estate planning process is a trust, which can offer significant advantages-including the ability to bypass the often lengthy and costly probate process. Trusts, ...

When someone dies, even seemingly simple assets like bank accounts can become complicated fast. Whether those funds can get ...

“Mom’s (or Dad’s) will says I get everything. I took the will to the bank. Why won’t they give me my money?” We get this question all the time. We heard it again this week. What many beneficiaries do ...

Many people assume that creating a Last Will and Testament is the final step in protecting their family and their assets.

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...