Probate can sometimes be a very difficult legal process for loved ones to maneuver through in the state of Pennsylvania. If you have been assigned the executor of an estate, you may have many questions. These may include whether or not you should obtain a bond and how...
Will I need to deal with ancillary probate?
If you have been named an executor of an estate for a Pennsylvania decedent, you may have to deal with ancillary probate, even if you don't have to do so within the state. Why is this necessary, and what are the procedures? Sometime necessary for other states If a...
Why it’s best to avoid the probate process and how to do it
As a Pennsylvania resident, it's understandable to ensure your loved ones won't want for anything after you're gone. You also wouldn't likely want them going through a lot of stress after you pass away. If you don't create an estate plan, it can leave the future of...
Prevent your retirement funds from going through probate
Probate is the process during which the validity and authenticity of a person's will are assessed. If you're in the process of planning your estate in Pennsylvania, you should learn more about how probate can affect your retirement funds. When certain funds go through...