Can probate delays be avoided?

Inheritance Funding reports that probate delays can be minimized by personal representatives through clear communication, ...

Haunted by inheritance nightmares? 7 tips for avoiding probate.

Probate eats up lots of time and money, but there are ways to avoid it. Here are 7 expert tips.

Syracuse Estate Administration Attorney Frederick P. Davies Guides Central New York Families Through the Probate and Administration Process

SYRACUSE, NY - Families facing the loss of a loved one often find themselves navigating unfamiliar legal territory ...
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9 Ways to Speed Up the Probate Process

Probate can be a lengthy and complex process, leaving executors eager to find ways to expedite it. Familiarizing yourself with the legal procedures and documentation required to settle an estate ...
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Inheritance isn’t automatic: The probate process can take almost two years and cost thousands of dollars

My mom died just over a year ago, and I’m still knee-deep in probate. I’m barely average. The typical probate process to settle a will or the estate of somebody who dies without one takes 20 months, ...

The Great Wealth Transfer: Why Inheriting a Home May Not Make You Rich

The Great Wealth Transfer means many may inherit homes, but high taxes, maintenance costs, and legal issues can limit real ...
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An Introduction to the Probate Process & How to Avoid It

4. Spouse’s Right of Election: Overrides the Terms of the Will 5. Exempt Property Under EPTL 5-3.1: Overrides the Terms of the Will Gerald I. Carp is a partner in the New York City office of Schiff ...
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When Does a Trust Avoid the Probate Process?

One of the most effective tools in the estate planning process is a trust, which can offer significant advantages-including the ability to bypass the often lengthy and costly probate process. Trusts, ...