Minnesota Probate and Estate Planning Blog
Does your loved one’s digital will include questionable terms?
Recently, there has been a rise in electronic or digital wills. People choose to create or update their estate plan using the internet or software instead of working with an attorney in an office. These documents allow people who possibly can't leave their homes to...
Keep your estate plan from causing a family fight
Creating an estate plan is an essential part of planning your future, but many people do not even have a will. A recent study from Caring.com discovered that among every 10 Americans, only four have a will or a trust. Creating an estate plan can protect your wishes...
Estate planning to avoid fights in a blended family
There are many different factors that can complicate estate administration and planning. Complicated assets, legal ownership of a business and unusual family dynamics are all issues that could make planning your estate more difficult. Blended families are a common...
Mistakes to avoid as the executor of a will
At some point in your life, there’s a chance that a loved one could name you as the executor of their will. While they’re living, this doesn’t sound like that big of a deal. However, upon their passing, you’ll find yourself dealing with a variety of responsibilities....
The difficulties of challenging a will
When your loved one dies, you may have expectations as to what you will inherit from him or her. But what if the deceased’s Last Will and Testament fails to make the inheritance provisions for you that you expected? Can you challenge the will? Challenging a will can...
Here’s what to expect during the probate process
It doesn’t matter if you’re creating an estate plan or preparing for the probate process after a death of a loved one, it’s critical to understand how things will unfold. This allows you to plan accordingly, thus saving time and money along the way. While the probate...
Your inheritance could take a hit so it can get handed out
Handling the estate of a loved one can be difficult for many reasons. A chunk of your inheritance might go to the person that has to do the most leg work, but the price they get may not look like the price they earn. It usually takes around 570 hours of work for an...
What happens to an intestate relative’s assets?
When a loved one passes away, you may find that they lack an estate plan. This document would have detailed their intentions for disbursing their property upon their passing. Without one, you will likely find yourself confused about where their assets will go. The...
Timely estate planning may prevent extra grief during probate
Estate planning can be a sensitive and painful subject, so it is understandable if you have been putting it off. Many people do not want to dwell on their own mortality, or that of a loved one. Some people may suffer an unexpected loss, robbing them of the...
How does the court transfer a house in probate?
Real estate is always a special consideration in legal matters. When it comes to real estate that you leave behind after your death, there are several ways the court may handle it. What happens will depend on ownership of the property and your estate plan. According...
