Inheriting an estate in South Carolina can be simplified by avoiding the probate process. While probate serves an important legal function, it can also create unnecessary costs and delays for ...

(WSPA) – We all want our family to avoid additional pain and stress after we pass away. However, all too often, families put off making a will or fail to take other steps that can prevent many key ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Matthew F. Erskine is a trusts and estates attorney. Application for Probate required for the estate of a deceased person prior to ...

Probate refers to the legal process of settling the estate of a deceased person. This process can take anywhere from a few months to a couple of years, depending on several factors such as the size ...

Living trusts allow you to avoid the probate process, which can be expensive and lengthy. A will is easier to set up and maintain than a living trust. Living trusts may make more sense for public ...