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What To Do When Someone Dies: The 2023 Checklist

Losing a loved one can be incredibly difficult, both emotionally and logistically. Here is the definitive guide and checklist outlining all of the important things that need to be considered following the loss of a loved one in 2023.

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3 Valuable Tips for Settling a Family Member’s Estate

As a professional that has spent my 30-year career servicing the fiduciary industry, here are 3 tips (lessons learned) that a future executors can take action on ahead of time to result in a swifter and smoother probate process.

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We’re transforming the future of Probate & Estate Settlement

A few years ago we started with a bold mission— simplify the process of navigating probate and settling an estate after the loss of a loved one. Sharing an update on our progress towards transforming the future of Probate & Estate Settlement.

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Letters Testamentary vs. Letters of Administration: Key Differences

While letters testamentary and letters of administration are often used interchangeably, they are not the same thing.

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What to Do When an Estate Is Insolvent (Not Enough Money)

An estate not being able to pay all of its debts, taxes, or inheritance to beneficiaries means it is insolvent. And when this happens, there’s an order to things.

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How to Probate a Will Without a Lawyer: 7 Short Steps

Most estates don’t need a lawyer, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t useful or necessary in many estate settlement situations.

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Can an Executor Sign Checks for the Deceased?

As the executor? Nope. On behalf of the executor, or the estate? Sometimes. Here's a guide for whether executors can sign checks for the deceased, including all the best tips and alternatives.

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