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What Happens to Your Business When You Die?
Business owners spend years building their companies, but too often they fail to plan for what happens when they are no longer able to run the business.
Most of us think of an inheritance as a good thing—something you would never dream of turning down. But believe it or not, there are times when saying “no, thanks” to an inheritance actually makes sense.
The probate process can be lengthy, especially when a complex family tree is involved. Thankfully, the Surrogate’s Court provides a simplified alternative for “small estates,” through a process called Voluntary Administration.
The right of survivorship is very powerful and extremely difficult to challenge.
Probate is the process by which a last will and testament is accepted by the Surrogate’s Court.
Once the fiduciary receives letters and is appointed executor or administrator by the surrogate’s court, the fiduciary may provide reimbursements.
While it is not required to hire a lawyer to represent the executor of an estate, it is often a good idea to seek representation.
Naming a child on your bank accounts can lead to numerous consequences, including potential costly estate litigation.
If you are considering challenging the probate of a last will and testament, there are several factors to consider.
Revocable Trusts have become increasingly popular estate planning tools to avoid probate. A trust allows for the orderly and private administration of your assets at death without court involvement.
Q: My grandparents on my mom’s side are leaving me their house in their will after they both pass away, will I be able to sell it right away?
