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Probate services refer to the legal services provided to individuals or families involved in the administration of a deceased person's estate. These services typically involve the court-supervised process of distributing the deceased person's assets and properties to their beneficiaries or heirs according to their will or state laws if there is no will. Probate services may include drafting and filing legal documents, representing clients in court, resolving disputes between beneficiaries, managing estate assets, and advising clients on tax implications and strategies for asset protection. The goal of probate services is to ensure that the estate is distributed in an orderly and fair manner while minimizing costs and maximizing the value of the estate for the beneficiaries. Probate services are often provided by lawyers, but may also be provided by other professionals such as estate planners or financial advisors.

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Steps to Avoid Inheritance Issues in Second Marriages

Steps to Avoid Inheritance Issues in Second Marriages

POSTED ON: June 3, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
Blended families face unique estate planning risks—without clear documents and careful planning, inheritance conflicts between spouses and children are almost inevitable.
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Here’s Why Everyone Should Have a Will

Here’s Why Everyone Should Have a Will

POSTED ON: May 28, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
If you die without a will, the state decides what happens to everything you leave behind: your money, your home and even your personal belongings.
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What Should Be Included in Your Estate Plan?

What Should Be Included in Your Estate Plan?

POSTED ON: May 15, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
In addition to the health care directive, other items that are part of estate planning include designating a financial power of attorney and establishing a will or trust.
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How Estate Planning Can Transfer Ownership of the Family Home

How Estate Planning Can Transfer Ownership of the Family Home

POSTED ON: May 14, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
It can be emotionally taxing to think about what happens after your death and creating a plan that works for you and ensures that your loved ones are protected requires a lot of time and effort.
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Estate Planning for Single Dads

Estate Planning for Single Dads

POSTED ON: May 7, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
Single fathers face unique estate planning challenges. However, proactive legal and financial planning ensures their children’s future security.
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Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa Relied on Trusts in Estate Plans

Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa Relied on Trusts in Estate Plans

POSTED ON: May 5, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
Without trust documents, it is unclear how Hackman's assets will be divided and among whom.
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How Young Is Too Young to Have a Will?

How Young Is Too Young to Have a Will?

POSTED ON: May 1, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
Once you turn 18, you must give written consent for other people, including your parents, to access your medical records.
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What Is the Best Way to Pass on My House

What Is the Best Way to Pass on My House?

POSTED ON: April 28, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
Deciding how to transfer your home to loved ones requires careful planning to minimize taxes, avoid probate and protect your family’s financial future.
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Should You Have a Revocable Trust

Should You Have a Revocable Trust?

POSTED ON: April 25, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
Learn the pros and cons of using revocable trusts to protect your assets and your privacy, and how they differ from wills.
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Managing a House After a Relative’s Death

Managing a House After a Relative’s Death

POSTED ON: April 11, 2025 BY: Troy Werner
Inheriting a home comes with financial, legal, and emotional responsibilities—understanding your options can help you make informed decisions.
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