Everyone Has An Estate

Everyone Has An Estate

Many fail to see the benefit of estate planning. Some erroneously believe that they do not have an estate; others think the value of what they possess is not sufficient enough to garner estate taxation and do not see the purpose. With few exceptions, everyone has an...
What to expect?

What to expect?

Once probate is complete, beneficiaries are awarded their portion of the estate as written in the decedent’s will. If at any point during the probate process a beneficiary or family member feels their loved one’s legacy is not being handled correctly, he or she may be...
How long does probate take?

How long does probate take?

Each estate is unique.  While there are guidelines that state probate should not take more than one year, that is not always the case.  Some estates are extremely complex and require many years to probate and close.  Other estates take a few months.  There are certain...