When a person passes away, heirs and beneficiaries receive their assets through the legal process of probate. However, not all assets must go through this process. Understanding the difference between probate and non-probate assets can help to prepare for the probate...
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Estate Administration And Probate
What are some mistakes to avoid during probate?
Probate can be a complex process, often requiring careful navigation to ensure a smooth settlement of a deceased person's estate. Unfortunately, individuals can make mistakes that may lead to complications or delays. Understanding these pitfalls can help a person...
How to use an international property to reduce estate taxes
When it comes to managing estate taxes in Massachusetts, exploring strategic options is key. One avenue worth considering is leveraging a qualified personal residence trust by incorporating a property situated in another country. This strategy is sometimes viable for...
What is ancillary probate?
In the realm of estate administration, the term "ancillary probate" often shows up. However, not many may know what it is. To grasp the significance of this term, it is important to break down its meaning and implications. Defining ancillary probate Ancillary probate...
Avoiding estate taxes in Massachusetts
Estate taxes can impact the wealth you worked hard to accumulate over a lifetime, particularly in states like Massachusetts, where estate tax laws can be stringent. However, by employing thoughtful planning strategies, you can minimize the impact of estate taxes and...
What are some signs of a manipulative executor?
In the aftermath of a loved one's passing, the process of executing their will can be emotionally taxing. Executors play a pivotal role in carrying out the deceased's final wishes. However, some individuals may exploit this position for personal gain, exhibiting odd...
What types of problems extend probate?
Probate, the legal process of administering a deceased person's estate, often has various challenges that can prolong its duration. These problems can stem from multiple sources. Knowing more about the types of issues that contribute to long probate proceedings can...
The dangers of keeping your estate plan secret
Historically, parents have kept their estate plans secret from their adult children. The reasons for this are many- fear of upsetting their children, wanting to avoid pressure from their kids to get an "advance inheritance," fear that one of the children will abuse...
What situations make probating an estate necessary?
It is not always required to go to probate court to pass an estate to heirs. Still, some circumstances do not allow you to avoid probate. It is important to know some of these situations, particularly if you are going to be an estate executor in the future. According...
How planning your estate now can avoid sibling squabbles
Even though it is not the most pleasant topic, most adults understand the need for a will and an estate plan. Most adults know this benefits them, giving them control over their assets and allowing them to designate beneficiaries. In the best-case scenario, children...