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How To Settle an Estate With a Will: A 7 Step Guide

Estate settlement involves managing a deceased person's finances. As the executor, you'll pay their legal debts and distribute their assets to the people they named.

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June 15, 2026
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How To Put Your House in a Trust: A 5-Step Guide

Instead of going through court, your home can pass directly to the people you’ve chosen.

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June 15, 2026
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Trust vs. Estate: How Are Trusts Used in Estates?

A Trust is like a bridge between a person and their estate. A Trust can make it easier for your family to manage your estate when the time comes.

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June 11, 2026
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Personal Property
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How Should You Adjust Your Estate Plan if Your Spouse Dies?
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August 15, 2024
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Deciding What To Include and Exclude From Your Will
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August 13, 2024
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Writing a Will Made Easy
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July 18, 2024
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Lease vs. Rental Agreement: Which One Do You Need?
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July 8, 2024
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Personal Property
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Who Can Put a Lien On Your House?

Can a family member put a lien on your house? In this article, we discuss who can put a lien on your house and the reasons for placing a lien on a property.

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June 17, 2024
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Buying a Home for the First Time? How Real Estate Industry Changes Could Impact Buying Power
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June 5, 2024
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Homeownership Statistics: Insights from LegalShield Comprehensive Homeowner Survey
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May 30, 2024
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Personal Property
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Understanding the Home Selling Process: Steps to Selling a House

If you are going to begin the home selling process, you need to be prepared. Here are legal steps to selling a home.

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May 22, 2024
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Should You Speak With a Lawyer When Buying a House?
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May 17, 2024
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How to Set Up an Estate Account in 4 Steps
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April 10, 2024
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Personal Property
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How Life Insurance May Impact Your Estate Planning
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February 9, 2024
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Personal Property
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Essential Estate Planning Documents
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February 5, 2024
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Personal Property
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Considerations While You’re Planning for Retirement
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7 min read
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January 9, 2024
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Renting an Apartment as a College Student
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December 13, 2023
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What is a Trust?
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August 23, 2023

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