When a loved one dies, dealing with probate can delay the grieving process. Probate is a costly, lengthy, and stressful process for those in charge of overseeing it. Many personal representatives and family members left behind find themselves asking, “How much does probate cost in…
When someone passes away with an estate plan in place, that plan must be executed. Most people’s estate plans pass through probate, which is the legal process of validating an estate plan and then executing it in accordance with that person’s wishes. Probate can end…
After the death of a loved one, it’s important to know what to do with the things they’ve left behind. This typically involves starting the estate administration process so the decedent’s assets can get to their designated beneficiaries or heirs, and any creditors can collect…
Unfortunately, many people do not tell their loved ones where to find their original Will or other testamentary documents (NOT COPIES!). This can be a big problem! The original Will is very important in Florida. Without the original will it may be very difficult or…