A lot of people agree to serve as executor without realizing how much responsibility comes with the role. In our experience, it often feels like taking on a second job during a time of grief.…
Probate is not inherently a bad process, but it is usually not a process families want any more of than necessary. In New Hampshire, probate is court-supervised, public, and often slow. For many families, those…
When a loved one passes away, families are often left navigating legal and financial matters during an already emotional time. One of the most common…
Probate involves the legal validation of a will, the settling of debts, and the distribution of assets, and it can take months or even years to complete.
As of July 1, 2024, New Hampshire homeowners have a new tool for estate planning—the “Transfer on Death (TOD) deed.” With the enactment of the Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act (URPTODA)
When it comes to planning for the future, you may have asked yourself, “What should I handle first: getting life insurance or getting a will?” It’s not the easiest decision, but it’s an important one.…
Life insurance plays a vital role in securing your family’s financial future and should be a key component of your estate plan. Whether you’re just starting out or planning for the next generation, understanding the…
When a loved one passes away, their possessions and financial affairs, collectively known as their estate, must go through a legal process called probate. An estate includes everything the deceased person owned, such as money,…