Key Points: The way your relative owned the property (joint or sole owner) determines which process you will need to go through. You must create and record a new deed to make the transfer official. There are unavoidable costs tied to the process, and the fees will...
Most people know that a will is an important piece of the estate planning puzzle, but there are many misconceptions about trusts. Most people believe that trusts are reserved for the very wealthy. While it’s true that not everyone needs a trust, it is hardly limited...
Establishing an estate plan that clearly lays out your instructions for asset distribution is one of the greatest gifts you can give to the people you care about. Two of the most important ingredients to ensure your assets and loved ones are protected are wills and...
You’ve probably heard horror stories about the nightmare that is probate court. Undoubtedly, friends and neighbors have had to undergo the probate process…and chances are, they don’t have many good things to say about it. Let us first say, probate isn’t quite as bad...
