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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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The Risks of DIY Wills: Why Legal Guidance Matters

The Risks of DIY Wills: Why Legal Guidance Matters

POSTED ON: December 4, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
DIY wills may seem affordable. However, mistakes in witnessing or unclear instructions can lead to costly probate and disputes, leaving your loved ones burdened.
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Why an Updated Estate Plan Is Critical, Especially Now

Why an Updated Estate Plan Is Critical, Especially Now

POSTED ON: November 27, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
This is the perfect time to get an estate plan in place, or if you have one already, to make sure your plan is updated for changes in the law and that it reflects your current intentions.
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Wealth Protection Through Estate Planning

Wealth Protection Through Estate Planning

POSTED ON: November 21, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
Estate planning is crucial and beneficial in many ways since it documents all your assets—from real estate, bank accounts, investments and business interests to personal items, like family heirlooms and even your monthly subscriptions.
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Can You Protect Your Heirs’ Inheritance from Creditors with Trusts?

Can You Protect Your Heirs’ Inheritance from Creditors with Trusts?

POSTED ON: November 20, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
Learn how trusts can protect your heirs' inheritance from creditors and safeguard your family's financial future.
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How to Create and Estate Plan with a Blended family?

How to Create an Estate Plan with a Blended Family?

POSTED ON: November 18, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
Money matters can get complicated when two families unite. Planning is key.
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Millennials Need Estate Planning

Millennials Need Estate Planning

POSTED ON: November 15, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
I thought planning for death or injury was something I wouldn’t have to worry about for many years. However, the truth is that anybody over 18 should consider it.
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What Is Needed for End-of-Life Planning?

What Is Needed for End-of-Life Planning?

POSTED ON: November 14, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
To ensure that you don’t become a burden to your family as you approach the end of your life, planning is essential.
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How Does Property Pass to Heirs in Estate Planning?

How Does Property Pass to Heirs in Estate Planning?

POSTED ON: November 8, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
By understanding how property actually passes, individuals can prepare holistic estate plans that will ensure that property transfers in the way intended.
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What's the Difference Between an Heir and a Beneficiary?

What's the Difference Between an Heir and a Beneficiary?

POSTED ON: October 16, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
Learn the crucial differences between heirs and beneficiaries to ensure that your estate is passed down according to your wishes.
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Estate Planning Success Supported by Speaking with Heirs

Estate Planning Success Supported by Speaking with Heirs

POSTED ON: October 15, 2024 BY: Troy Werner
Because we are reluctant to discuss wills, many families only learn what their loved ones want to happen with their property after funeral services, and grief has made everyone fragile. A recent article from Success, “Will Power: Why Transparency in Estate Planning Matters,” explains how family members can share their wishes with loved ones during difficult times. People not used to dealing with large sums of money may not have plans for tax-efficient wealth transfer. This includes parents who have devoted their lives to saving for retirement and need a plan both to use their accumulated wealth and pass it…
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