Read Online How Probate Works A Guide for Executors Heirs and Families Anthony S Park 9781795484244 Books

Product details Paperback 124 pages Publisher Independently published (March 3, 2019) Language English ISBN-10 1795484241

How Probate Works A Guide for Executors Heirs and Families Anthony S Park 9781795484244 Books Reviews

• I've never even heard of the word probate before so i could be in the minority here but i never knew that the process of handling the affairs of the deceased can be so complicated. my initial reaction towards the legal procedures was a bit bitter and virulent thinking that the courts just want to seem more important than they really are and make revenue at our expenses but, by the end of the book, i'm now actually glad the whole thing is super complex. It's really the only way to prevent bad people from stealing money from the deceased (or their friends and families). Anthony does a real good job providing examples and relatable reasons concerning this throughout the book.
  
  The 2 topics that had my biggest attention were
  
  1) you can decline to be the executor (person who carries out the requests made in a will) without looking like a jerk when a will states you as the executor. i never knew that there would be a legitimate reason to decline, let alone, under certain circumstances, declining is actually the nice thing to do. laziness and apathy, apparently, are not the only reasons why people refuse the requests of a deceased.
  
  2) you can get in trouble for trying to help out (as the executor). man, whatever happened to the spirit of being a good samaritan? it's funny that i can't get in trouble for offering assistance to someone who needs help but i can get in trouble for trying to help someone who is dead. (you have to read the book, this topic was super fascinating to me)
  
  For those of us who are nearing that age where our parents are beginning to consider these things... the wealth of information found in this little, concise, well written book is truly invaluable, for us and our family.
• Whether you find yourself dealing with legalities of a recently deceased loved one or in the process of writing your will – or like me, both - this book will provide an indispensable point of reference.
  
  In a forthright and candid approach, the book takes you through every step, document and timeframe you should expect in the probate process. I found it illuminating to find out the arduous tasks and (very often) unappreciated job that an executor/administrator has agreed to and have a newfound appreciation (and patience).
  
  Also, as I embark on writing my will, learning how courts assess rightful ownership of assets and how they prioritize beneficiary designations has made me more vigilant about keeping my account beneficiaries and documents clear and up-to-date.
  
  What I also found especially helpful in the book are the examples provided after each main section. Essentially, they’re short slice-of-life examples that provided a relatable situation to help clarify what I just read.
• The passing of a loved one is a deeply troubling and emotional time. Often before the pain begins to subside, the 'pain' of estate settlement and legal matters present itself. Unless you are in the well prepped minority, most will be scrambling to figure out the intricacies of probate while going through it!
  
  'How Probate Works A guide for executors, heirs and families' is a straightforward comprehensive text of probate and its process. The book cuts through the legal jargon and lays out the steps in easy to understand fashion for the average Joe. Nearly every major point is made simple through example. For such a 'heavy' topic, this manual was actually 'light' reading. It should be considered MANDATORY for all parties involved and will without a doubt proactively address many of the questions of not only probate but potential complications/delays in the journey. For a majority of folks, I would venture to say this is the only book you will every need on the topic.
  
  Death is inevitable. The transition for those surviving the deceased is unquestionably tough. 'How Probate Works' clarifies the legal pathway required to finalize an estate in a practical and digestible format.
• Did you have a loved one that recently passed away? Are you wondering what will happen to all the things they owned at the time of their death? How Probate Works will answer all of your questions and more as it explains the different ways through which property owned by the deceased is transferred to their family and friends.
  
  Honestly, death is never easy to deal with and trying to figure out the probate process in the midst of such loss can be daunting. How Probate Works will give you the guidance you need to help you determine when a deceased property is required to go through the court process known as probate, when the court process can be bypassed, how long it will take, and how much it will cost.
  
  If your loved one’s property is required to go through court, How Probate Works will walk you through of each phase of process, from the appointment of an executor, to the settling (collecting, inventorying, appraising, selling assets, and paying outstanding debts) and closing of the estate.
  
  This gem also examines special situation that may pop up during the process such as will contests, dealing with minor or disabled beneficiaries, and probating international estates. It is full of examples which helps to illustrate and simplify hard to convey concepts.
  
  How Probate Works gives you practical advice on how to protect yourself from potential personal liability, reduce family discord all while taking care of your loved one’s property in the way that they direct or in accordance with your State’s law. So, whether you are an executor or a beneficiary, keep this book on your bedside table, as it can help you avoid potential issues that can cause you a lot of headache and heartache.