Tired of the probate process? This episode of the Estate Planning Lawcast explains what probate is and why you might want to do to make it as easy as possible. Attorneys Andrew Jaloza and Matt Deliberato discuss the downsides of probate, including:
- Costly: Probate can be expensive, with attorney fees, court costs, and other charges eating into your estate.
- Time-Consuming: Probate can take months or even years to complete.
- Public Process: The details of your estate become public record.
- Loss of Control: The court decides how your assets are distributed, not you.
The good news? There are ways to make probate a little easier, including creating a trust! Andrew and Matt discuss some options for getting through probate and the importance of consulting with an attorney to create a plan that’s right for you.
You’ll learn:
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- What probate is and how it works
- The downsides of probate
- Ways to avoid probate
- Why it’s important to consult with an attorney
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