After someone passes away, an estate administrator will generally need to take care of settling a person's estate. This can be a very difficult and complex process, especially if the deceased has not left an estate plan with instructions on what he or she wants....
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How to avoid disputes over heirlooms in an estate plan
When people are developing an estate plan in New Jersey, they typically put a lot of focus on how their money, properties and other significant assets are distributed. Because of their financial value, many people assume that these are the things that loved ones will...
New Jersey probate: Spouses don’t always get everything
When it comes to the distribution of assets after a spouse's death, things can get complicated. The surviving spouse doesn't always get everything in a probate. Who gets what in a probate depends on several things, the least of which is whether or not the deceased...
New Jersey probate not as dreadful as it is made out to be
Having an estate plan is absolutely essential for anyone in New Jersey that wants to make sure that his or her assets are distributed to the people and in the manner that he or she wants. One of the selling points for estate planning is the goal of keeping a family...
Distribution of assets can go awry even with a New Jersey will
Many people in New Jersey are under the impression that when they change their will, their assets will go to whoever is designated in the will. However, there are many assets that aren't governed by the will. If the beneficiaries of those assets aren't changed as...
Did woman forge a will to sway distribution of assets to her?
While many people may find the idea of planning for their untimely demise off putting, pre-planning can be very beneficial. Creating wills can better ensure that a person's wishes are carried out after their death, especially when it comes to the distribution of...