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Why Estate Planning Matters: The Consequences of Not Having a Will
August 25th, 2025
Estate planning is the process of deciding what to do with your assets when you pass away and, if you have minor children, recommending who will be their legal guardian. Estate planning is for everyone, and anyone over the age of 18 should consider p…
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Probate Checklist: A Guide for Executors of a Will
May 12th, 2025
Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate so debts can be paid and assets passed on to heirs and beneficiaries. While often necessary, probate can be a difficult and challenging process. When a person dies, an estate…
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Common Questions Concerning Nevada’s Probate Process
February 7th, 2025
Probate is an important legal process that occurs when a loved one dies. The probate court oversees the distribution of the deceased person’s assets and payment of outstanding debts and other financial obligations, and ensures compliance with state…
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How Long Do You Have to File for Probate After Death?
December 16th, 2024
When a relative or loved one dies intestate or leaving only a will, a court proceeding must be opened to ensure the deceased person’s assets are accounted for and distributed according to the laws of intestate succession or their wishes and that al…
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How to Prepare for a Probate Court Hearing
November 18th, 2024
Probate is the legal process of administering a person’s estate after the death. It ensures valid debts are paid and assets are distributed according to the deceased person’s Will or, if they did not have a Will, according to the laws of intestac…
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What Happens to the Debts of a Deceased Person?
October 7th, 2024
Most Americans today have some form of debt. Whether it is a mortgage loan, a credit card, or medical expenses, people accumulate debt throughout their lifetime. As a result, many people die with debt, and loved ones may wonder what happens to the de…
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What is the Difference Between an Executor and Administrator of an Estate
July 25th, 2024
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…
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Do I Need Probate for a Small Estate?
June 26th, 2024
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…
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Probate vs. Non-Probate Assets: What Assets Are Subject to Probate?
March 7th, 2024
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…
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Litigation vs. Mediation in Probate Disputes
November 27th, 2023
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…
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