Why Do You Need A Death Certificate For Estate & Probate Process?
Nash Riggins
November 6, 2023
|
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When someone dies, their estate gets distributed to loved ones through the probate process. Unfortunately, it can be long and drawn out, particularly if you don’t have the right documentation.
One way to simplify the probate process is to ensure you submit a valid death certificate. In some cases, it’s even required to commence the probate process.
To help you understand why, we’ve assembled this guide outlining how the probate process works, why a death certificate is essential, and how you can access (or make changes to) it.
Key Takeaways
In some states, the executor of a will must submit a valid death certificate to apply for probate.
Death certificates simplify the probate process by ensuring the court has essential details about a person’s death and any surviving heirs.
You can get access to a death certificate or make corrections to an existing certificate by contacting the Registrar of Vital Statistics in your state.
How Does the Estate and Probate Process Work?
Probate is the process in which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to beneficiaries, creditors and tax authorities.
It starts with an analysis of the estate assets someone has left behind, which is conducted by a probate court in the state the decedent lived in.
The probate court will appoint an executor to manage the analysis and distribution of the decedent's estate. The first step an executor will typically take is determining whether the deceased person left behind a valid will.
If you leave behind a will, you can name your own executor. This is usually a family member or close friend. After you die, it’s your executor’s responsibility to get the estate process moving by filing your will with a probate court.
There are different rules in each state around how long you have to wait until you file for probate after the decedent has passed. But after it begins, the court will determine the will’s authenticity and choose a legal representative (or allow the executor) to start cataloging the estate.
The executor will also need to pay off liabilities and taxes owned by the decedent before the remaining assets can be distributed to the beneficiaries listed in their will.
Attorney at Michael & Associates, Ben Michael, explains:
“A well-written will that effectively accounts for all possible contingencies should get out of probate fairly quickly.
The probate process is essentially how courts decide how to distribute a person's estate. If the will does this job, probate court won't have to. If there are disputes or discrepancies in the will, then probate will resolve them — eventually.”
If you die without a valid will, you die “intestate.”
Under the intestacy process, your estate will enter probate, and a court-appointed executor will try to find heirs to pass on transferrable assets. This process tends to take a lot longer than probate with a will, but in both circumstances, a valid death certificate will expedite the process.
Why is a Death Certificate Important to the Estate and Probate Process?
A death certificate is essential to the probate process because it’s typically required to initiate probate.
A death certificate is a legal document issued by a medical practitioner, coroner, or other officials (depending on the state you live in) that verifies someone’s death.
It includes basic identifying information like your name, age, date of birth, gender and home address. A death certificate will also often include a cause of death (depending on who issues the certificate), and information about close relatives like a surviving spouse.
Travis Christiansen of Boyack Christiansen Legal Solutions explains:
“Usually, a death certificate is filed when someone wants to move forward with starting to distribute belongings under a will or without a will for a deceased person.
There have been instances where someone was not dead, and people tried to get their belongings as if they were, so most states require that someone has died before most courts will move forward with probate on their estate.”
It’s worth pointing out a death certificate isn’t a universal requirement to kick-start the probate process. Probate varies state by state, but giving the court access to a valid death certificate certainly helps.
For example, a death certificate isn’t necessary to file for probate in Colorado.
But probate in Colorado can only be opened three days after someone has died (which means the court will need to know the time and date when somebody died). The court will also need to know the decedent’s age at the time of death, state of residence, and information about any heirs to complete the probate process.
A death certificate generally includes all of this information.
Without a death certificate, the court’s executor (or the executor of a will prior to probate) will need to do a lot of legwork to provide this information in separate documentation to satisfy the court.
How Can You Get Access to a Death Certificate?
If you want to get access to a death certificate for estate or probate, you’ll typically get provided with copies by a funeral director or coroner. You can also write a request to the Vital Records Office in the state where the death occurred to get an official copy.
This process varies by state.
For example, in Kansas, you must submit a handwritten signature with the request, include a copy of your photo ID, and pay $20 for each copy. By contrast, in Texas, you have to pay $20 for the first copy and then $3 for any extra copy.
Once you’ve gained access to a death certificate or someone’s will, it’s important to ensure these documents are stored securely and accessible by all relevant parties. That’s where a Family Operating System® like Trustworthy can offer much-needed peace of mind.
Trustworthy enables you to upload and store digital copies of essential family paperwork like wills, identification, death certificates and asset documentation. You can then collaborate with other family members, your attorney, or your financial planner and grant them access to expedite the probate and estate processes.
Want to learn more? Check out Trustyworthy’s range of features to discover how it can help you prepare for everything life has to throw at you.
What Happens if a Death Certificate is Incorrect or Missing?
Death certificates give probate courts a lot of the basic information they need to carry out the distribution of an estate. A missing or incorrect death certificate can slow things down substantially.
Christiansen notes:
“Sometimes when someone dies, you can’t get a death certificate immediately — such as if there is a criminal investigation, autopsy, death overseas, or other issue.”
Fortunately, there are other ways the executor of a will can satisfy this requirement. This varies by state, but in some cases, something as simple as a published obituary will work.
Chistiansen explains:
“If the executor of the estate is able to produce evidence of death by some other way, there may be no impact in terms of the beneficiaries receiving assets from an estate.”
Yet Maria Zalessky of Zalessky Law Group advises the presence of an incorrect death certificate can cause just as many problems as a lack of documentation. She explains:
“Missing and incorrect death certificates wreak havoc on beneficiaries or heirs receiving assets. Beneficiaries are the people who take from the estate due to a will, heirs are people who take from the estate due to intestate succession, or no will.
If a death certificate mistakenly names a spouse, the real heirs might not even catch the estate in time to keep it from going completely to the alleged spouse.”
It is possible to make corrections to a death certificate.
If you’re the executor or surviving beneficiary of a decedent and notice a mistake, you can apply for a correction to be made. This process works differently in every state, but it normally involves getting in touch with your local Registrar of Vital Statistics.
If possible, you should get these corrections made before commencing the probate process. This will simplify proceedings and make it easier for the court to determine what’s happened and who the estate should pass on to.
You can apply for a copy or request an amendment through the Vital Records Office in the state where the death occurred.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to send a death certificate for probate?
The probate process varies by state, but you’ll typically be required to submit a death certificate to apply for probate.
When should you apply for probate after death?
Some states have a cutoff date when it comes to applying for probate, and so it’s generally recommended to start the process sooner rather than later.
How do you get a death certificate to apply for probate?
Most funeral homes provide a death certificate after a person has died, but you can also apply for copies from your local Vital Records Office.
Why Do You Need A Death Certificate For Estate & Probate Process?
Nash Riggins
November 6, 2023
|
When someone dies, their estate gets distributed to loved ones through the probate process. Unfortunately, it can be long and drawn out, particularly if you don’t have the right documentation.
One way to simplify the probate process is to ensure you submit a valid death certificate. In some cases, it’s even required to commence the probate process.
To help you understand why, we’ve assembled this guide outlining how the probate process works, why a death certificate is essential, and how you can access (or make changes to) it.
Key Takeaways
In some states, the executor of a will must submit a valid death certificate to apply for probate.
Death certificates simplify the probate process by ensuring the court has essential details about a person’s death and any surviving heirs.
You can get access to a death certificate or make corrections to an existing certificate by contacting the Registrar of Vital Statistics in your state.
How Does the Estate and Probate Process Work?
Probate is the process in which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to beneficiaries, creditors and tax authorities.
It starts with an analysis of the estate assets someone has left behind, which is conducted by a probate court in the state the decedent lived in.
The probate court will appoint an executor to manage the analysis and distribution of the decedent's estate. The first step an executor will typically take is determining whether the deceased person left behind a valid will.
If you leave behind a will, you can name your own executor. This is usually a family member or close friend. After you die, it’s your executor’s responsibility to get the estate process moving by filing your will with a probate court.
There are different rules in each state around how long you have to wait until you file for probate after the decedent has passed. But after it begins, the court will determine the will’s authenticity and choose a legal representative (or allow the executor) to start cataloging the estate.
The executor will also need to pay off liabilities and taxes owned by the decedent before the remaining assets can be distributed to the beneficiaries listed in their will.
Attorney at Michael & Associates, Ben Michael, explains:
“A well-written will that effectively accounts for all possible contingencies should get out of probate fairly quickly.
The probate process is essentially how courts decide how to distribute a person's estate. If the will does this job, probate court won't have to. If there are disputes or discrepancies in the will, then probate will resolve them — eventually.”
If you die without a valid will, you die “intestate.”
Under the intestacy process, your estate will enter probate, and a court-appointed executor will try to find heirs to pass on transferrable assets. This process tends to take a lot longer than probate with a will, but in both circumstances, a valid death certificate will expedite the process.
Why is a Death Certificate Important to the Estate and Probate Process?
A death certificate is essential to the probate process because it’s typically required to initiate probate.
A death certificate is a legal document issued by a medical practitioner, coroner, or other officials (depending on the state you live in) that verifies someone’s death.
It includes basic identifying information like your name, age, date of birth, gender and home address. A death certificate will also often include a cause of death (depending on who issues the certificate), and information about close relatives like a surviving spouse.
Travis Christiansen of Boyack Christiansen Legal Solutions explains:
“Usually, a death certificate is filed when someone wants to move forward with starting to distribute belongings under a will or without a will for a deceased person.
There have been instances where someone was not dead, and people tried to get their belongings as if they were, so most states require that someone has died before most courts will move forward with probate on their estate.”
It’s worth pointing out a death certificate isn’t a universal requirement to kick-start the probate process. Probate varies state by state, but giving the court access to a valid death certificate certainly helps.
For example, a death certificate isn’t necessary to file for probate in Colorado.
But probate in Colorado can only be opened three days after someone has died (which means the court will need to know the time and date when somebody died). The court will also need to know the decedent’s age at the time of death, state of residence, and information about any heirs to complete the probate process.
A death certificate generally includes all of this information.
Without a death certificate, the court’s executor (or the executor of a will prior to probate) will need to do a lot of legwork to provide this information in separate documentation to satisfy the court.
How Can You Get Access to a Death Certificate?
If you want to get access to a death certificate for estate or probate, you’ll typically get provided with copies by a funeral director or coroner. You can also write a request to the Vital Records Office in the state where the death occurred to get an official copy.
This process varies by state.
For example, in Kansas, you must submit a handwritten signature with the request, include a copy of your photo ID, and pay $20 for each copy. By contrast, in Texas, you have to pay $20 for the first copy and then $3 for any extra copy.
Once you’ve gained access to a death certificate or someone’s will, it’s important to ensure these documents are stored securely and accessible by all relevant parties. That’s where a Family Operating System® like Trustworthy can offer much-needed peace of mind.
Trustworthy enables you to upload and store digital copies of essential family paperwork like wills, identification, death certificates and asset documentation. You can then collaborate with other family members, your attorney, or your financial planner and grant them access to expedite the probate and estate processes.
Want to learn more? Check out Trustyworthy’s range of features to discover how it can help you prepare for everything life has to throw at you.
What Happens if a Death Certificate is Incorrect or Missing?
Death certificates give probate courts a lot of the basic information they need to carry out the distribution of an estate. A missing or incorrect death certificate can slow things down substantially.
Christiansen notes:
“Sometimes when someone dies, you can’t get a death certificate immediately — such as if there is a criminal investigation, autopsy, death overseas, or other issue.”
Fortunately, there are other ways the executor of a will can satisfy this requirement. This varies by state, but in some cases, something as simple as a published obituary will work.
Chistiansen explains:
“If the executor of the estate is able to produce evidence of death by some other way, there may be no impact in terms of the beneficiaries receiving assets from an estate.”
Yet Maria Zalessky of Zalessky Law Group advises the presence of an incorrect death certificate can cause just as many problems as a lack of documentation. She explains:
“Missing and incorrect death certificates wreak havoc on beneficiaries or heirs receiving assets. Beneficiaries are the people who take from the estate due to a will, heirs are people who take from the estate due to intestate succession, or no will.
If a death certificate mistakenly names a spouse, the real heirs might not even catch the estate in time to keep it from going completely to the alleged spouse.”
It is possible to make corrections to a death certificate.
If you’re the executor or surviving beneficiary of a decedent and notice a mistake, you can apply for a correction to be made. This process works differently in every state, but it normally involves getting in touch with your local Registrar of Vital Statistics.
If possible, you should get these corrections made before commencing the probate process. This will simplify proceedings and make it easier for the court to determine what’s happened and who the estate should pass on to.
You can apply for a copy or request an amendment through the Vital Records Office in the state where the death occurred.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to send a death certificate for probate?
The probate process varies by state, but you’ll typically be required to submit a death certificate to apply for probate.
When should you apply for probate after death?
Some states have a cutoff date when it comes to applying for probate, and so it’s generally recommended to start the process sooner rather than later.
How do you get a death certificate to apply for probate?
Most funeral homes provide a death certificate after a person has died, but you can also apply for copies from your local Vital Records Office.
Why Do You Need A Death Certificate For Estate & Probate Process?
Nash Riggins
November 6, 2023
|
The intelligent digital vault for families
Trustworthy protects and optimizes important family information so you can save time, money, and enjoy peace of mind
When someone dies, their estate gets distributed to loved ones through the probate process. Unfortunately, it can be long and drawn out, particularly if you don’t have the right documentation.
One way to simplify the probate process is to ensure you submit a valid death certificate. In some cases, it’s even required to commence the probate process.
To help you understand why, we’ve assembled this guide outlining how the probate process works, why a death certificate is essential, and how you can access (or make changes to) it.
Key Takeaways
In some states, the executor of a will must submit a valid death certificate to apply for probate.
Death certificates simplify the probate process by ensuring the court has essential details about a person’s death and any surviving heirs.
You can get access to a death certificate or make corrections to an existing certificate by contacting the Registrar of Vital Statistics in your state.
How Does the Estate and Probate Process Work?
Probate is the process in which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to beneficiaries, creditors and tax authorities.
It starts with an analysis of the estate assets someone has left behind, which is conducted by a probate court in the state the decedent lived in.
The probate court will appoint an executor to manage the analysis and distribution of the decedent's estate. The first step an executor will typically take is determining whether the deceased person left behind a valid will.
If you leave behind a will, you can name your own executor. This is usually a family member or close friend. After you die, it’s your executor’s responsibility to get the estate process moving by filing your will with a probate court.
There are different rules in each state around how long you have to wait until you file for probate after the decedent has passed. But after it begins, the court will determine the will’s authenticity and choose a legal representative (or allow the executor) to start cataloging the estate.
The executor will also need to pay off liabilities and taxes owned by the decedent before the remaining assets can be distributed to the beneficiaries listed in their will.
Attorney at Michael & Associates, Ben Michael, explains:
“A well-written will that effectively accounts for all possible contingencies should get out of probate fairly quickly.
The probate process is essentially how courts decide how to distribute a person's estate. If the will does this job, probate court won't have to. If there are disputes or discrepancies in the will, then probate will resolve them — eventually.”
If you die without a valid will, you die “intestate.”
Under the intestacy process, your estate will enter probate, and a court-appointed executor will try to find heirs to pass on transferrable assets. This process tends to take a lot longer than probate with a will, but in both circumstances, a valid death certificate will expedite the process.
Why is a Death Certificate Important to the Estate and Probate Process?
A death certificate is essential to the probate process because it’s typically required to initiate probate.
A death certificate is a legal document issued by a medical practitioner, coroner, or other officials (depending on the state you live in) that verifies someone’s death.
It includes basic identifying information like your name, age, date of birth, gender and home address. A death certificate will also often include a cause of death (depending on who issues the certificate), and information about close relatives like a surviving spouse.
Travis Christiansen of Boyack Christiansen Legal Solutions explains:
“Usually, a death certificate is filed when someone wants to move forward with starting to distribute belongings under a will or without a will for a deceased person.
There have been instances where someone was not dead, and people tried to get their belongings as if they were, so most states require that someone has died before most courts will move forward with probate on their estate.”
It’s worth pointing out a death certificate isn’t a universal requirement to kick-start the probate process. Probate varies state by state, but giving the court access to a valid death certificate certainly helps.
For example, a death certificate isn’t necessary to file for probate in Colorado.
But probate in Colorado can only be opened three days after someone has died (which means the court will need to know the time and date when somebody died). The court will also need to know the decedent’s age at the time of death, state of residence, and information about any heirs to complete the probate process.
A death certificate generally includes all of this information.
Without a death certificate, the court’s executor (or the executor of a will prior to probate) will need to do a lot of legwork to provide this information in separate documentation to satisfy the court.
How Can You Get Access to a Death Certificate?
If you want to get access to a death certificate for estate or probate, you’ll typically get provided with copies by a funeral director or coroner. You can also write a request to the Vital Records Office in the state where the death occurred to get an official copy.
This process varies by state.
For example, in Kansas, you must submit a handwritten signature with the request, include a copy of your photo ID, and pay $20 for each copy. By contrast, in Texas, you have to pay $20 for the first copy and then $3 for any extra copy.
Once you’ve gained access to a death certificate or someone’s will, it’s important to ensure these documents are stored securely and accessible by all relevant parties. That’s where a Family Operating System® like Trustworthy can offer much-needed peace of mind.
Trustworthy enables you to upload and store digital copies of essential family paperwork like wills, identification, death certificates and asset documentation. You can then collaborate with other family members, your attorney, or your financial planner and grant them access to expedite the probate and estate processes.
Want to learn more? Check out Trustyworthy’s range of features to discover how it can help you prepare for everything life has to throw at you.
What Happens if a Death Certificate is Incorrect or Missing?
Death certificates give probate courts a lot of the basic information they need to carry out the distribution of an estate. A missing or incorrect death certificate can slow things down substantially.
Christiansen notes:
“Sometimes when someone dies, you can’t get a death certificate immediately — such as if there is a criminal investigation, autopsy, death overseas, or other issue.”
Fortunately, there are other ways the executor of a will can satisfy this requirement. This varies by state, but in some cases, something as simple as a published obituary will work.
Chistiansen explains:
“If the executor of the estate is able to produce evidence of death by some other way, there may be no impact in terms of the beneficiaries receiving assets from an estate.”
Yet Maria Zalessky of Zalessky Law Group advises the presence of an incorrect death certificate can cause just as many problems as a lack of documentation. She explains:
“Missing and incorrect death certificates wreak havoc on beneficiaries or heirs receiving assets. Beneficiaries are the people who take from the estate due to a will, heirs are people who take from the estate due to intestate succession, or no will.
If a death certificate mistakenly names a spouse, the real heirs might not even catch the estate in time to keep it from going completely to the alleged spouse.”
It is possible to make corrections to a death certificate.
If you’re the executor or surviving beneficiary of a decedent and notice a mistake, you can apply for a correction to be made. This process works differently in every state, but it normally involves getting in touch with your local Registrar of Vital Statistics.
If possible, you should get these corrections made before commencing the probate process. This will simplify proceedings and make it easier for the court to determine what’s happened and who the estate should pass on to.
You can apply for a copy or request an amendment through the Vital Records Office in the state where the death occurred.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to send a death certificate for probate?
The probate process varies by state, but you’ll typically be required to submit a death certificate to apply for probate.
When should you apply for probate after death?
Some states have a cutoff date when it comes to applying for probate, and so it’s generally recommended to start the process sooner rather than later.
How do you get a death certificate to apply for probate?
Most funeral homes provide a death certificate after a person has died, but you can also apply for copies from your local Vital Records Office.
Why Do You Need A Death Certificate For Estate & Probate Process?
Nash Riggins
November 6, 2023
|
The intelligent digital vault for families
Trustworthy protects and optimizes important family information so you can save time, money, and enjoy peace of mind
When someone dies, their estate gets distributed to loved ones through the probate process. Unfortunately, it can be long and drawn out, particularly if you don’t have the right documentation.
One way to simplify the probate process is to ensure you submit a valid death certificate. In some cases, it’s even required to commence the probate process.
To help you understand why, we’ve assembled this guide outlining how the probate process works, why a death certificate is essential, and how you can access (or make changes to) it.
Key Takeaways
In some states, the executor of a will must submit a valid death certificate to apply for probate.
Death certificates simplify the probate process by ensuring the court has essential details about a person’s death and any surviving heirs.
You can get access to a death certificate or make corrections to an existing certificate by contacting the Registrar of Vital Statistics in your state.
How Does the Estate and Probate Process Work?
Probate is the process in which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to beneficiaries, creditors and tax authorities.
It starts with an analysis of the estate assets someone has left behind, which is conducted by a probate court in the state the decedent lived in.
The probate court will appoint an executor to manage the analysis and distribution of the decedent's estate. The first step an executor will typically take is determining whether the deceased person left behind a valid will.
If you leave behind a will, you can name your own executor. This is usually a family member or close friend. After you die, it’s your executor’s responsibility to get the estate process moving by filing your will with a probate court.
There are different rules in each state around how long you have to wait until you file for probate after the decedent has passed. But after it begins, the court will determine the will’s authenticity and choose a legal representative (or allow the executor) to start cataloging the estate.
The executor will also need to pay off liabilities and taxes owned by the decedent before the remaining assets can be distributed to the beneficiaries listed in their will.
Attorney at Michael & Associates, Ben Michael, explains:
“A well-written will that effectively accounts for all possible contingencies should get out of probate fairly quickly.
The probate process is essentially how courts decide how to distribute a person's estate. If the will does this job, probate court won't have to. If there are disputes or discrepancies in the will, then probate will resolve them — eventually.”
If you die without a valid will, you die “intestate.”
Under the intestacy process, your estate will enter probate, and a court-appointed executor will try to find heirs to pass on transferrable assets. This process tends to take a lot longer than probate with a will, but in both circumstances, a valid death certificate will expedite the process.
Why is a Death Certificate Important to the Estate and Probate Process?
A death certificate is essential to the probate process because it’s typically required to initiate probate.
A death certificate is a legal document issued by a medical practitioner, coroner, or other officials (depending on the state you live in) that verifies someone’s death.
It includes basic identifying information like your name, age, date of birth, gender and home address. A death certificate will also often include a cause of death (depending on who issues the certificate), and information about close relatives like a surviving spouse.
Travis Christiansen of Boyack Christiansen Legal Solutions explains:
“Usually, a death certificate is filed when someone wants to move forward with starting to distribute belongings under a will or without a will for a deceased person.
There have been instances where someone was not dead, and people tried to get their belongings as if they were, so most states require that someone has died before most courts will move forward with probate on their estate.”
It’s worth pointing out a death certificate isn’t a universal requirement to kick-start the probate process. Probate varies state by state, but giving the court access to a valid death certificate certainly helps.
For example, a death certificate isn’t necessary to file for probate in Colorado.
But probate in Colorado can only be opened three days after someone has died (which means the court will need to know the time and date when somebody died). The court will also need to know the decedent’s age at the time of death, state of residence, and information about any heirs to complete the probate process.
A death certificate generally includes all of this information.
Without a death certificate, the court’s executor (or the executor of a will prior to probate) will need to do a lot of legwork to provide this information in separate documentation to satisfy the court.
How Can You Get Access to a Death Certificate?
If you want to get access to a death certificate for estate or probate, you’ll typically get provided with copies by a funeral director or coroner. You can also write a request to the Vital Records Office in the state where the death occurred to get an official copy.
This process varies by state.
For example, in Kansas, you must submit a handwritten signature with the request, include a copy of your photo ID, and pay $20 for each copy. By contrast, in Texas, you have to pay $20 for the first copy and then $3 for any extra copy.
Once you’ve gained access to a death certificate or someone’s will, it’s important to ensure these documents are stored securely and accessible by all relevant parties. That’s where a Family Operating System® like Trustworthy can offer much-needed peace of mind.
Trustworthy enables you to upload and store digital copies of essential family paperwork like wills, identification, death certificates and asset documentation. You can then collaborate with other family members, your attorney, or your financial planner and grant them access to expedite the probate and estate processes.
Want to learn more? Check out Trustyworthy’s range of features to discover how it can help you prepare for everything life has to throw at you.
What Happens if a Death Certificate is Incorrect or Missing?
Death certificates give probate courts a lot of the basic information they need to carry out the distribution of an estate. A missing or incorrect death certificate can slow things down substantially.
Christiansen notes:
“Sometimes when someone dies, you can’t get a death certificate immediately — such as if there is a criminal investigation, autopsy, death overseas, or other issue.”
Fortunately, there are other ways the executor of a will can satisfy this requirement. This varies by state, but in some cases, something as simple as a published obituary will work.
Chistiansen explains:
“If the executor of the estate is able to produce evidence of death by some other way, there may be no impact in terms of the beneficiaries receiving assets from an estate.”
Yet Maria Zalessky of Zalessky Law Group advises the presence of an incorrect death certificate can cause just as many problems as a lack of documentation. She explains:
“Missing and incorrect death certificates wreak havoc on beneficiaries or heirs receiving assets. Beneficiaries are the people who take from the estate due to a will, heirs are people who take from the estate due to intestate succession, or no will.
If a death certificate mistakenly names a spouse, the real heirs might not even catch the estate in time to keep it from going completely to the alleged spouse.”
It is possible to make corrections to a death certificate.
If you’re the executor or surviving beneficiary of a decedent and notice a mistake, you can apply for a correction to be made. This process works differently in every state, but it normally involves getting in touch with your local Registrar of Vital Statistics.
If possible, you should get these corrections made before commencing the probate process. This will simplify proceedings and make it easier for the court to determine what’s happened and who the estate should pass on to.
You can apply for a copy or request an amendment through the Vital Records Office in the state where the death occurred.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to send a death certificate for probate?
The probate process varies by state, but you’ll typically be required to submit a death certificate to apply for probate.
When should you apply for probate after death?
Some states have a cutoff date when it comes to applying for probate, and so it’s generally recommended to start the process sooner rather than later.
How do you get a death certificate to apply for probate?
Most funeral homes provide a death certificate after a person has died, but you can also apply for copies from your local Vital Records Office.
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The Timeline for Obtaining Power of Attorney Explained
The Timeline for Obtaining Power of Attorney Explained
May 7, 2024
May 7, 2024
The Comprehensive Guide to Power of Attorney Responsibilities
The Comprehensive Guide to Power of Attorney Responsibilities
May 3, 2024
May 3, 2024
Deceased's Property: How Long Before It Must Change Names?
Deceased's Property: How Long Before It Must Change Names?
Apr 26, 2024
Apr 26, 2024
Durable Power of Attorney: What Powers Does It Grant?
Durable Power of Attorney: What Powers Does It Grant?
Apr 26, 2024
Apr 26, 2024
How to Draft a Power of Attorney: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Draft a Power of Attorney: A Step-by-Step Guide
Apr 23, 2024
Apr 23, 2024
Executor's Death: The Next Steps for an Estate
Executor's Death: The Next Steps for an Estate
Apr 19, 2024
Apr 19, 2024
Removing a Deceased Spouse from a Deed: 5 Necessary Steps
Removing a Deceased Spouse from a Deed: 5 Necessary Steps
Apr 17, 2024
Apr 17, 2024
After Death: Can a Spouse Change the Deceased's Will?
After Death: Can a Spouse Change the Deceased's Will?
Apr 17, 2024
Apr 17, 2024
Divorced Spouse's Rights to Property After Death Explained
Divorced Spouse's Rights to Property After Death Explained
Apr 11, 2024
Apr 11, 2024
Navigating Dual Benefits: VA Disability and Social Security
Navigating Dual Benefits: VA Disability and Social Security
Apr 11, 2024
Apr 11, 2024
Veteran Benefit Eligibility: Understanding Denials and Exclusions
Veteran Benefit Eligibility: Understanding Denials and Exclusions
Apr 4, 2024
Apr 4, 2024
Eligibility for Veteran’s Spouse Benefits: What You Need to Know
Eligibility for Veteran’s Spouse Benefits: What You Need to Know
Apr 3, 2024
Apr 3, 2024
VA Disability Payments: Can They Be Discontinued?
VA Disability Payments: Can They Be Discontinued?
Mar 30, 2024
Mar 30, 2024
Veteran Death: Essential Actions and Checklist for Next of Kin
Veteran Death: Essential Actions and Checklist for Next of Kin
Mar 27, 2024
Mar 27, 2024
SLATs in Estate Planning: An Innovative Strategy Explained
SLATs in Estate Planning: An Innovative Strategy Explained
Mar 27, 2024
Mar 27, 2024
Maximize Your Estate Planning with Survivorship Life Insurance
Maximize Your Estate Planning with Survivorship Life Insurance
Mar 23, 2024
Mar 23, 2024
VA Benefits Timeline: When They Stop After Death
VA Benefits Timeline: When They Stop After Death
Mar 20, 2024
Mar 20, 2024
Is Estate Planning a Legitimate Business Expense: Unveiling The Truth
Is Estate Planning a Legitimate Business Expense: Unveiling The Truth
Mar 15, 2024
Mar 15, 2024
Does Right of Survivorship Trump a Will: Legal Insights
Does Right of Survivorship Trump a Will: Legal Insights
Mar 13, 2024
Mar 13, 2024
Palliative Care at Home: Understanding Insurance Coverage
Palliative Care at Home: Understanding Insurance Coverage
Mar 13, 2024
Mar 13, 2024
Navigating Insurance Coverage for Hospice Care A Complete Guide
Navigating Insurance Coverage for Hospice Care A Complete Guide
Mar 9, 2024
Mar 9, 2024
Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney: Traits of Excellence
Choosing an Estate Planning Attorney: Traits of Excellence
Mar 7, 2024
Mar 7, 2024
Can Family Overrule an Advance Directive? What You Need to Know
Can Family Overrule an Advance Directive? What You Need to Know
Mar 7, 2024
Mar 7, 2024
Funding Hospice Care in Nursing Homes: Who Bears the Cost?
Funding Hospice Care in Nursing Homes: Who Bears the Cost?
Mar 5, 2024
Mar 5, 2024
Who Can Legally Witness an Advance Directive? Know Your Rights
Who Can Legally Witness an Advance Directive? Know Your Rights
Mar 5, 2024
Mar 5, 2024
Exploring Hospice Care: What’s Not Included?
Exploring Hospice Care: What’s Not Included?
Mar 5, 2024
Mar 5, 2024
Respite Care in Hospice: Providing Relief for Caregivers
Respite Care in Hospice: Providing Relief for Caregivers
Mar 5, 2024
Mar 5, 2024
Exploring the Spectrum: Different Types of Advance Directives
Exploring the Spectrum: Different Types of Advance Directives
Feb 28, 2024
Feb 28, 2024
Deciding on Hospice Care: Knowing When It's Time
Deciding on Hospice Care: Knowing When It's Time
Feb 27, 2024
Feb 27, 2024
Hospice Care Duration: How Long Can It Last?
Hospice Care Duration: How Long Can It Last?
Feb 27, 2024
Feb 27, 2024
Hospice Care Timeline: Estimating How Long to Live
Hospice Care Timeline: Estimating How Long to Live
Feb 22, 2024
Feb 22, 2024
Doctor-Ordered Hospice Care: When and Why It Happens
Doctor-Ordered Hospice Care: When and Why It Happens
Feb 20, 2024
Feb 20, 2024
Funeral Planning Timeline: How Long Does it Really Take?
Funeral Planning Timeline: How Long Does it Really Take?
Feb 15, 2024
Feb 15, 2024
Writing a Heartfelt Obituary for Your Husband: Inspiring Examples
Writing a Heartfelt Obituary for Your Husband: Inspiring Examples
Feb 14, 2024
Feb 14, 2024
Planning Your Funeral: The Best Age To Start
Planning Your Funeral: The Best Age To Start
Feb 14, 2024
Feb 14, 2024
Crafting a Loving Obituary For Your Son: Meaningful Examples
Crafting a Loving Obituary For Your Son: Meaningful Examples
Jan 18, 2024
Jan 18, 2024
Improving Communication Between Caregivers and Doctors
Improving Communication Between Caregivers and Doctors
Nov 29, 2023
Nov 29, 2023
Can Anyone Get a Copy of a Death Certificate? Who Is Authorized?
Can Anyone Get a Copy of a Death Certificate? Who Is Authorized?
Nov 25, 2023
Nov 25, 2023
Original Death Certificate vs. Certified Copy: Key Differences And Why They Matter
Original Death Certificate vs. Certified Copy: Key Differences And Why They Matter
Nov 25, 2023
Nov 25, 2023
How Do You Handle Negative Aspects of the Deceased's Life in a Eulogy?
How Do You Handle Negative Aspects of the Deceased's Life in a Eulogy?
Nov 25, 2023
Nov 25, 2023
Can There Be More Then One Eulogy at a Funeral? Etiquette Explained
Can There Be More Then One Eulogy at a Funeral? Etiquette Explained
Nov 24, 2023
Nov 24, 2023
My Dad Died, Can I Get His Retirement Pension?
My Dad Died, Can I Get His Retirement Pension?
Nov 24, 2023
Nov 24, 2023
How Many Copies of a Death Certificate Should You Get?
How Many Copies of a Death Certificate Should You Get?
Nov 24, 2023
Nov 24, 2023
Can a Eulogy Be Funny? Yes, Here Are 10 Respectful but Funny Examples
Can a Eulogy Be Funny? Yes, Here Are 10 Respectful but Funny Examples
Nov 24, 2023
Nov 24, 2023
How Do You Receive Inheritance Money WITHOUT any issues?
How Do You Receive Inheritance Money WITHOUT any issues?
Nov 17, 2023
Nov 17, 2023
Who Gets The Tax Refund of A Deceased Person? An Accountant Answers
Who Gets The Tax Refund of A Deceased Person? An Accountant Answers
Nov 17, 2023
Nov 17, 2023
How To Start a Eulogy: 15 Heartfelt Examples
How To Start a Eulogy: 15 Heartfelt Examples
Nov 14, 2023
Nov 14, 2023
How To Discuss End-of-Life Care With Parents (Simple Guide)
How To Discuss End-of-Life Care With Parents (Simple Guide)
Nov 14, 2023
Nov 14, 2023
How To Cancel a Deceased Person's Subscriptions the EASY Way
How To Cancel a Deceased Person's Subscriptions the EASY Way
Nov 8, 2023
Nov 8, 2023
What Should You Not Put in a Eulogy (9 Things To Avoid)
What Should You Not Put in a Eulogy (9 Things To Avoid)
Nov 7, 2023
Nov 7, 2023
How Are Estates Distributed If There's No Will? A Lawyer Explains Intestate
How Are Estates Distributed If There's No Will? A Lawyer Explains Intestate
Nov 6, 2023
Nov 6, 2023
Does Microsoft Word Have an Obituary Template?
Does Microsoft Word Have an Obituary Template?
Nov 6, 2023
Nov 6, 2023
How To Post an Obituary on Facebook: A Step-by-Step Guide
How To Post an Obituary on Facebook: A Step-by-Step Guide
Nov 6, 2023
Nov 6, 2023
Why Do You Need A Death Certificate For Estate & Probate Process?
Why Do You Need A Death Certificate For Estate & Probate Process?
Nov 2, 2023
Nov 2, 2023
How Do I Correct Errors on a Death Certificate? And, How Long Does It Take?
How Do I Correct Errors on a Death Certificate? And, How Long Does It Take?
Nov 2, 2023
Nov 2, 2023
12 Steps For Writing a Eulogy For Mom
12 Steps For Writing a Eulogy For Mom
Nov 2, 2023
Nov 2, 2023
12 Steps for Writing a Eulogy for Dad
12 Steps for Writing a Eulogy for Dad
Nov 1, 2023
Nov 1, 2023
Who Does The Obituary When Someone Dies?
Who Does The Obituary When Someone Dies?
Nov 1, 2023
Nov 1, 2023
How Late Is Too Late For An Obituary? 6 Steps To Take Today
How Late Is Too Late For An Obituary? 6 Steps To Take Today
Nov 1, 2023
Nov 1, 2023
How Much Does It Cost To Publish An Obituary? Breaking It Down
How Much Does It Cost To Publish An Obituary? Breaking It Down
Nov 1, 2023
Nov 1, 2023
6 Reasons You Need an Obituary (Plus 6 Reasons You Don't)
6 Reasons You Need an Obituary (Plus 6 Reasons You Don't)
Oct 30, 2023
Oct 30, 2023
Where Do You Post an Obituary: A Step-By-Step Guide
Where Do You Post an Obituary: A Step-By-Step Guide
Oct 30, 2023
Oct 30, 2023
Obituary vs Death Note: What Are the Key Differences?
Obituary vs Death Note: What Are the Key Differences?
Oct 5, 2023
Oct 5, 2023
Buying A House With Elderly Parent: 10 Things To Know
Buying A House With Elderly Parent: 10 Things To Know
Sep 14, 2023
Sep 14, 2023
I'm Trapped Caring for Elderly Parents
I'm Trapped Caring for Elderly Parents
Oct 5, 2023
Oct 5, 2023
401(k) and Minors: Can a Minor be a Beneficiary?
401(k) and Minors: Can a Minor be a Beneficiary?
Sep 12, 2023
Sep 12, 2023
How to Self-Direct Your 401(k): Take Control of Your Retirement
How to Self-Direct Your 401(k): Take Control of Your Retirement
Aug 3, 2023
Aug 3, 2023
The Ultimate Guide to Decluttering and Simplifying Your Home as You Age
The Ultimate Guide to Decluttering and Simplifying Your Home as You Age
Aug 3, 2023
Aug 3, 2023
The Essential Guide to Preparing for Retirement
The Essential Guide to Preparing for Retirement
Aug 3, 2023
Aug 3, 2023
Estate Planning For Blended Families (Complete Guide)
Estate Planning For Blended Families (Complete Guide)
Aug 3, 2023
Aug 3, 2023
Estate Planning For Physicians (Complete Guide)
Estate Planning For Physicians (Complete Guide)
Jul 14, 2023
Jul 14, 2023
Are You Legally Responsible For Your Elderly Parents?
Are You Legally Responsible For Your Elderly Parents?
Jun 7, 2023
Jun 7, 2023
How To Travel With Elderly Parent: Here's How to Prepare
How To Travel With Elderly Parent: Here's How to Prepare
Jun 6, 2023
Jun 6, 2023
Checklist For Moving A Parent To Assisted Living
Checklist For Moving A Parent To Assisted Living
Jun 6, 2023
Jun 6, 2023
How to Set Up A Trust For An Elderly Parent: 6 Easy Steps
How to Set Up A Trust For An Elderly Parent: 6 Easy Steps
Jun 6, 2023
Jun 6, 2023
How To Stop Elderly Parents From Giving Money Away (9 Tips)
How To Stop Elderly Parents From Giving Money Away (9 Tips)
Jun 6, 2023
Jun 6, 2023
Should Elderly Parents Sign Over Their House? Pros & Cons
Should Elderly Parents Sign Over Their House? Pros & Cons
May 17, 2023
May 17, 2023
Estate Planning: A Comprehensive Guide
Estate Planning: A Comprehensive Guide
May 2, 2023
May 2, 2023
Helping Elderly Parents: The Complete Guide
Helping Elderly Parents: The Complete Guide
May 1, 2023
May 1, 2023
Trustworthy guide: How to organize your digital information
Trustworthy guide: How to organize your digital information
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Can My Husband Make a Will Without My Knowledge?
Can My Husband Make a Will Without My Knowledge?
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
What is a Last Will and Testament (also known as a Will)?
What is a Last Will and Testament (also known as a Will)?
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Can A Wife Sell Deceased Husband's Property (6 Rules)
Can A Wife Sell Deceased Husband's Property (6 Rules)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Should I Shred Documents Of A Deceased Person? (5 Tips)
Should I Shred Documents Of A Deceased Person? (5 Tips)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Can I Change My Power of Attorney Without A Lawyer?
Can I Change My Power of Attorney Without A Lawyer?
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Can You Have Two Power of Attorneys? (A Lawyer Answers)
Can You Have Two Power of Attorneys? (A Lawyer Answers)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Do Attorneys Keep Copies Of a Will? (4 Things To Know)
Do Attorneys Keep Copies Of a Will? (4 Things To Know)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Estate Planning for a Special Needs Child (Complete Guide)
Estate Planning for a Special Needs Child (Complete Guide)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Estate Planning For Childless Couples (Complete Guide)
Estate Planning For Childless Couples (Complete Guide)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Estate Planning For Elderly Parents (Complete Guide)
Estate Planning For Elderly Parents (Complete Guide)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Estate Planning For High Net Worth & Large Estates
Estate Planning For High Net Worth & Large Estates
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Estate Planning For Irresponsible Children (Complete Guide)
Estate Planning For Irresponsible Children (Complete Guide)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
How To Get Power of Attorney For Parent With Dementia?
How To Get Power of Attorney For Parent With Dementia?
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
I Lost My Power of Attorney Papers, Now What?
I Lost My Power of Attorney Papers, Now What?
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Is It Better To Sell or Rent An Inherited House? (Pros & Cons)
Is It Better To Sell or Rent An Inherited House? (Pros & Cons)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Is It Wrong To Move Away From Elderly Parents? My Advice
Is It Wrong To Move Away From Elderly Parents? My Advice
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Moving An Elderly Parent Into Your Home: What To Know
Moving An Elderly Parent Into Your Home: What To Know
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Moving An Elderly Parent to Another State: What To Know
Moving An Elderly Parent to Another State: What To Know
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
What If Witnesses To A Will Cannot Be Found? A Lawyer Answers
What If Witnesses To A Will Cannot Be Found? A Lawyer Answers
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
What To Bring To Estate Planning Meeting (Checklist)
What To Bring To Estate Planning Meeting (Checklist)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
When Should You Get An Estate Plan? (According To A Lawyer)
When Should You Get An Estate Plan? (According To A Lawyer)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Which Sibling Should Take Care of Elderly Parents?
Which Sibling Should Take Care of Elderly Parents?
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Who Can Override A Power of Attorney? (A Lawyer Answers)
Who Can Override A Power of Attorney? (A Lawyer Answers)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Can Power of Attorney Sell Property Before Death?
Can Power of Attorney Sell Property Before Death?
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Can The Executor Of A Will Access Bank Accounts? (Yes, Here's How)
Can The Executor Of A Will Access Bank Accounts? (Yes, Here's How)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Complete List of Things To Do For Elderly Parents (Checklist)
Complete List of Things To Do For Elderly Parents (Checklist)
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
How To Get Power of Attorney For A Deceased Person?
How To Get Power of Attorney For A Deceased Person?
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
How To Help Elderly Parents From A Distance? 7 Tips
How To Help Elderly Parents From A Distance? 7 Tips
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Legal Documents For Elderly Parents: Checklist
Legal Documents For Elderly Parents: Checklist
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
Selling Elderly Parents Home: How To Do It + Mistakes To Avoid
Selling Elderly Parents Home: How To Do It + Mistakes To Avoid
Apr 15, 2023
Apr 15, 2023
What To Do When A Sibling Is Manipulating Elderly Parents
What To Do When A Sibling Is Manipulating Elderly Parents
Apr 6, 2023
Apr 6, 2023
Can An Out of State Attorney Write My Will? (A Lawyer Answers)
Can An Out of State Attorney Write My Will? (A Lawyer Answers)
Mar 15, 2023
Mar 15, 2023
Settling an Estate: A Step-by-Step Guide
Settling an Estate: A Step-by-Step Guide
Feb 10, 2023
Feb 10, 2023
My Deceased Husband Received A Check In The Mail (4 Steps To Take)
My Deceased Husband Received A Check In The Mail (4 Steps To Take)
Feb 7, 2023
Feb 7, 2023
The Benefits of Working With an Experienced Estate Planning Attorney
The Benefits of Working With an Experienced Estate Planning Attorney
Feb 6, 2023
Feb 6, 2023
How To Track Elderly Parents' Phone (2 Options)
How To Track Elderly Parents' Phone (2 Options)
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
Can You Collect Your Parents' Social Security When They Die?
Can You Collect Your Parents' Social Security When They Die?
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
How Do I Stop VA Benefits When Someone Dies (Simple Guide)
How Do I Stop VA Benefits When Someone Dies (Simple Guide)
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
Can You Pay Money Into A Deceased Person's Bank Account?
Can You Pay Money Into A Deceased Person's Bank Account?
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
Deleting A Facebook Account When Someone Dies (Step by Step)
Deleting A Facebook Account When Someone Dies (Step by Step)
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
Does The DMV Know When Someone Dies?
Does The DMV Know When Someone Dies?
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
How To Find A Deceased Person's Lawyer (5 Ways)
How To Find A Deceased Person's Lawyer (5 Ways)
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
How To Plan A Celebration Of Life (10 Steps With Examples)
How To Plan A Celebration Of Life (10 Steps With Examples)
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
How To Stop Mail Of A Deceased Person? A Simple Guide
How To Stop Mail Of A Deceased Person? A Simple Guide
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
How to Stop Social Security Direct Deposit After Death
How to Stop Social Security Direct Deposit After Death
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
How To Transfer Firearms From A Deceased Person (3 Steps)
How To Transfer Firearms From A Deceased Person (3 Steps)
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
How To Write An Obituary (5 Steps With Examples)
How To Write An Obituary (5 Steps With Examples)
Feb 1, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
What Happens To A Leased Vehicle When Someone Dies?
What Happens To A Leased Vehicle When Someone Dies?
Jan 31, 2023
Jan 31, 2023
Do Wills Expire? 6 Things To Know
Do Wills Expire? 6 Things To Know
Jan 31, 2023
Jan 31, 2023
How To Get Into a Deceased Person's Computer (Microsoft & Apple)
How To Get Into a Deceased Person's Computer (Microsoft & Apple)
Jan 31, 2023
Jan 31, 2023
Why Do Funeral Homes Take Fingerprints of the Deceased?
Why Do Funeral Homes Take Fingerprints of the Deceased?
Jan 31, 2023
Jan 31, 2023
What To Do If Your Deceased Parents' Home Is In Foreclosure
What To Do If Your Deceased Parents' Home Is In Foreclosure
Jan 31, 2023
Jan 31, 2023
Questions To Ask An Estate Attorney After Death (Checklist)
Questions To Ask An Estate Attorney After Death (Checklist)
Jan 31, 2023
Jan 31, 2023
What Happens If a Deceased Individual Owes Taxes?
What Happens If a Deceased Individual Owes Taxes?
Jan 31, 2023
Jan 31, 2023
Components of Estate Planning: 6 Things To Consider
Components of Estate Planning: 6 Things To Consider
Jan 22, 2023
Jan 22, 2023
What To Do If Insurance Check Is Made Out To A Deceased Person
What To Do If Insurance Check Is Made Out To A Deceased Person
Jan 8, 2023
Jan 8, 2023
What Does a Typical Estate Plan Include?
What Does a Typical Estate Plan Include?
Apr 15, 2022
Apr 15, 2022
Can I Do A Video Will? (Is It Legitimate & What To Consider)
Can I Do A Video Will? (Is It Legitimate & What To Consider)
Apr 15, 2022
Apr 15, 2022
Estate Planning For Green Card Holders (Complete Guide)
Estate Planning For Green Card Holders (Complete Guide)
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
What Does Your “Property” Mean?
What Does Your “Property” Mean?
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
What is the Uniform Trust Code? What is the Uniform Probate Code?
What is the Uniform Trust Code? What is the Uniform Probate Code?
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
Do You Need to Avoid Probate?
Do You Need to Avoid Probate?
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
How is a Trust Created?
How is a Trust Created?
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
What Are Advance Directives?
What Are Advance Directives?
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
What does a Trustee Do?
What does a Trustee Do?
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
What is an Estate Plan? (And why you need one)
What is an Estate Plan? (And why you need one)
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
What is Probate?
What is Probate?
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
What Is Your Domicile & Why It Matters
What Is Your Domicile & Why It Matters
Mar 2, 2022
Mar 2, 2022
What Is a Power of Attorney for Finances?
What Is a Power of Attorney for Finances?
Mar 1, 2022
Mar 1, 2022
Should your family consider an umbrella insurance policy?
Should your family consider an umbrella insurance policy?
Mar 1, 2022
Mar 1, 2022
Do I need a digital power of attorney?
Do I need a digital power of attorney?
Apr 6, 2020
Apr 6, 2020
What Exactly is a Trust?
What Exactly is a Trust?