Typically, an estate is not closed until all assets have been distributed. If assets are discovered later, it is important to handle them properly.
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At the start of the probate process, you must submit a petition that for review by a probate examiner. The examiner will provide notes regarding the petition.
Some people place real estate in an LLC when creating their estate plan. During the estate administration, certain actions must be taken.
A power of attorney is a common aspect of a basic estate plan. This document may be used when the individual is incapacitated in order to administer his estate.
While a will and a trust are both useful estate planning tools, they are not the same thing. During administration it is important to understand the difference.
Estate administration responsibilities may arise if a loved one is unable to care for himself or manage his finances. You will need to be appointed probate conservator.
Estate administrators have many responsibilities. One such responsibility is to clearly understand the rules for filing estate tax returns.
Estate tax repeal may require surviving spouses to sue their own trusts to get their rightful share of their own property
Riverside County has issued new local rules for filing probate, will contest, and trust litigation cases.
Riverside-based probate attorney Scott Grossman explains why people who do not prepare a will in California could make life difficult for their survivors.