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What an executor actually has to do, in order
Being named as an executor in someone's will is a significant responsibility, and one that often arrives at a difficult time. In the UK, an executor is the person legally…
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How long probate takes, and what makes it take longer
Most people asking how long does probate take are looking for a straight answer during an already difficult time. The honest reply is that it usually takes between six and…
Do you need a grant of probate at all?
Probate isn't always required to settle someone's estate. Whether you need it depends on what the deceased owned, how those assets were held, and the rules of the state where…
Inheritance tax: the allowances people miss
Inheritance tax allowances determine how much of an estate can pass to beneficiaries before any tax is charged. In the UK, the main nil-rate band sits at £325,000 per person.…
When a will is challenged: the grounds that actually succeed
Contesting a will means asking a court to set aside some or all of a will's terms because something about it is legally flawed. It is not the same as…
Selling a property that is part of an estate
Selling a house during probate is the process of transferring and then selling a property that belonged to someone who has died. Before the sale can complete, the executor or…
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