The personal representative of an estate has a lot of work ahead of them. Probate proceedings and estate administration can consume months of their time. They may need to attend court hearings, communicate with various interested parties and physically distribute...
Divorce can be an emotional and overwhelming process, and dealing with legal matters like estate planning might be the last thing on your mind. However, you must update your estate plan after a divorce to ensure. After divorce, here are five important moves to protect...
Being an executor (more commonly referred to with the title of “personal representative” in Pennsylvania) is a serious job with serious responsibilities attached to it. Maybe a loved one just passed away, and you just found out that this responsibility falls to you –...
Probate can be a lengthy and costly process. It often involves court supervision, which can lead to delays and additional expenses. Fortunately, there are ways to transfer assets that bypass probate, saving time and money. Here are four methods to consider. 1. Real...
Estate planning can be simple or complex, depending on your circumstances. If you have significant assets, you should ensure your wishes are honored, and your loved ones are protected from potential disputes. Planning ahead can do just that. Why do disputes happen?...
Discussing estate planning with parents is never easy, but for adult children, it is a topic that almost always comes up—or at least, it should. Parents should have this crucial conversation with their children to ensure their wishes are honored and that there are no...
Many people have heard the term "probate," but they do not know exactly what it means. They may associate it with end-of-life matters and having a will but not know any intricate details. Probate is a legal process that happens after a person dies. This legal process...
An estate plan is a way to protect your loved ones long after you are gone. If you already have one, that is an excellent move, but what if you suddenly fall ill? Although managing your estate plan might not be the first thing on your mind, it will help address...
When you are deciding about your estate plan, specifically who your beneficiaries will be, you may decide to exclude an adult child from your will. It is uncommon, but it happens. Usually, the reasons for excluding an adult child from the will are that the parent and...
Adults across Pennsylvania can be single for many reasons: they are young and haven’t found the one, it’s the path they’ve chosen or they recently went through a change in their relationship status. Whatever the case may be for you, it’s crucial to consider how estate...
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