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What is the Difference Between an Executor and Administrator of an Estate

One of the most important aspects of estate planning is identifying someone who will act on your behalf after you pass away. This person will be legally authorized to manage your affairs, including paying debts and fees related to the administration… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning, Probate
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Do I Need Probate for a Small Estate?

Probate is the court-supervised process of distributing a deceased person’s assets after their death. The probate court oversees the transfer of property to ensure the deceased person’s debts are paid and their assets are transferred to the peopl… Read More
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Categories: Probate
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Estate Planning for Digital Assets

In today’s digital era, we spend increasing amounts of our lives online. Over the course of a lifetime we will generate and accumulate a massive amount of data. Accordingly, we should all consider what will happen to our digital and online life whe… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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Probate vs. Non-Probate Assets: What Assets Are Subject to Probate?

Probate has developed a bad reputation for bureaucracy and delay. If you recently lost a loved one and were tasked with probating the estate, you may fear the worst. But Nevada law limits the property that is subject to probate. You can simplify the… Read More
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Categories: Probate
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What to Consider When Choosing an Executor for Your Will

Choosing an executor of your estate is an important decision, as this person will be responsible for admitting your Will to probate, carrying out your last wishes, and managing the distribution of your assets after your death. The executor of your es… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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When to Think About Updating Your Estate Plan

Your estate plan allows you to control who will handle your affairs if you become incapacitated and who will receive your property after your death. A typical estate plan includes a Will, Durable Power of Attorney, Healthcare Power of Attorney, and L… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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Estate Planning for Small Business Owners

Estate planning is important for everyone, but it is especially important if you own a small business. A well-prepared estate plan can preserve your legacy and allow you to pass wealth on to future generations. If you are a small business owner, you… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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Litigation vs. Mediation in Probate Disputes

Settling the affairs of a deceased loved one and transferring their assets to heirs and estate beneficiaries involves several complicated procedures. Probate disputes can arise when the heirs and beneficiaries interpret the deceased person’s estate… Read More
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Categories: Probate
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Do I Need an Attorney for Probate?

Have you recently lost a loved one? Were you named as the Executor in someone’s Will? Do you have questions about the Nevada probate process but don’t know where to turn? If you find yourself in this situation, you may be wondering, “Do I need… Read More
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Categories: Probate
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How to Avoid Probate in Nevada

Probate is the court-supervised process of settling a deceased person’s estate. The estate representative must locate the deceased person’s assets, pay legitimate debts, and transfer property to the people the deceased person intended to have it.… Read More
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Categories: Probate