by Susan Grissom | Oct 31, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
When a family member passes, there are a number of things that should be done, some require immediate attention and others can be taken care of in the weeks and months following the death. See our list of suggested steps you should consider doing following the death...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 26, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
Probate is the legal process that occurs after an individual passes away, during which their assets are distributed to the rightful beneficiaries or heirs. It is an essential process for settling an estate and ensuring the deceased’s wishes are carried out....
by Susan Grissom | Sep 19, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate
When we work with clients to probate a loved one’s estate, we are often asked, “Why does probate take so long?” Probate is a legal process through which a deceased person’s assets and liabilities are settled, and their estate is distributed to...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 12, 2023 | Probate
We are asked many times, “Who will receive notice of the probate of my loved one’s estate or Will? Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to their beneficiaries according to their Will or to their heirs, if there is...
by Susan Grissom | Aug 8, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate
When it comes to estate matters, it’s generally best to avoid court involvement whenever possible. Court proceedings can be time-consuming, costly, and may not align with your wishes for asset distribution. There are a number of ways to avoid probate, including...
by Susan Grissom | May 9, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate
Some people use the terms ‘heir’ and ‘beneficiary’ interchangeably. However, the two terms actually mean different things. Not all heirs are beneficiaries, and not all beneficiaries are heirs. What is a Beneficiary? If you die with an estate plan, you should have...
