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There are plenty of possible problems that an executor could come across during probate. These issues often pertain to the distribution of the estate. You may come across unexpected delays depending on the factors of the decedent's estate and the cooperativeness of...
Serving as executor of a person’s estate in Washington is a vital job. One of your first responsibilities is to obtain the death certificate so you can file it along with the person’s will. These are the steps you must take to get this essential legal document....
Whether taking care of your estate in Washington or helping someone else with theirs, executors play crucial roles in either process. Before entering into this role, knowing what to expect is smart. People serving as executors take care of many important matters. Make...
When someone passes away in Washington, they need executors to handle aspects of estate planning. Whether you're an executor chosen by a recently departed loved one or a court appointed you to this role, executors serve many important responsibilities. But that's not...
A trust operates as a legal relationship where a right is transferred from one to another who keeps it and uses it solely for the benefit of a third party. In this fiduciary relationship, a trustor grants a trustee the right to hold titles of assets or properties for...
Estate planning in Washington is as important for single people as for couples. An estate plan gives you peace of mind and makes things easier for the loved ones you leave behind. If you don’t know where to begin, the following estate planning tips can help. Create...
One thing many people may not have considered when making an estate plan is the existence of digital assets. Because digital assets are so new and so unprecedented, awareness about them and laws to deal with them have lagged behind. Like many states, Washington has...
In all the excitement of becoming a parent, it can be easy to forget about planning your Washington estate. This is crucial, however, so that your baby is taken care of if something happens to you. It might seem like a complex subject, but preparing these documents is...
When a person dies in the state of Washington, the courts will refer to that person as the "decedent" during court probate proceedings. The decedent's property will be divided according to the terms of their estate plan or by the state's intestacy laws. For example,...
For those who live in Washington and are dealing with a loved one passing away, the estate tax can be a surprise expense as part of that process. It is important to be aware of the costs and rates for the estate tax. Estate Tax The estate tax is actually made up of...