Learn how probate validates a will, pays debts, and distributes assets to heirs. State intestacy laws apply when there is no ...

Many shrug their shoulders about estate planning. They feel they don’t have an estate because they aren’t wealthy. They also think probate, whatever that is, sounds too complex. An estate consists of ...

Probate administration can be an overwhelming process for individuals who are managing the estate of a loved one who has passed away. In Missouri, like in many states, probate involves complex legal ...

What happens to a person’s estate after they pass away — and how can families navigate the probate process with clarity and confidence? On this week’s LIFE Ahead, host Sandy Thomson speaks with ...

The probate process in Pennsylvania varies based upon whether an individual dies having a Last Will and Testament. If someone dies having executed a valid Will that was in existence at the time of ...

Estate planning varies by individual. Wills are public, slow, and only control assets in your name, while revocable trusts ...

Before you invest time and money into probate avoidance strategies, it's worth taking a step back to understand whether this ...