A loved one died and I need help! |
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 What estate planning documents did the loved one have? |
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 Do I need to file a probate? |
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 What is probate? |
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| How long does probate take? |
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| How much does probate cost? |
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| Am I required to file a probate? |
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No. The only time you are required to file a probate is where there are assets that require a probate to be transferred. Probate can be avoided by holding property in a probate avoidance device such as joint tenancy or a trust. There is also an expedited procedure for probate estates under $100,000. | |
| What are probate assets vs. non-probate assets? |
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| Are there other reasons for filing a probate? |
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| How do I manage this process when I live far away? |
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| The bureaucracy is holding everything up; what can I do? |
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| The person in charge is being secretive; what can I do? |
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| It appears that there is stealing from the estate; what can I do? |
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| The will or trust was changed under suspicious circumstances; what can I do? |
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