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Probate Avoidance

Davenport Iowa Probate: Is It Always Going to Be Necessary?

Ryan Denman · Feb 21, 2014 ·

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Probate is the process that an estate must pass through under most circumstances unless steps are taken to avoid it. When you use a last will to arrange for the transfer of assets that you …

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Why Would I Want a Living Trust?

Ryan Denman · Jan 31, 2014 ·

All trusts are not intended to accomplish the same objectives. Some types of trusts are used by wealthy individuals to gain tax efficiency. If you have an estate that is valued above $5.34 million, …

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Should I Create a Joint Tenancy With My Child?

Dennis D. Duffy · Jan 24, 2014 ·

You may hear about joint tenancy as a probate avoidance strategy. Let's look at joint tenancy and the question of whether or not you should create a joint tenancy with your child. What Is …

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How Long Does the Probate Process Take?

Dennis D. Duffy · Dec 6, 2013 ·

When you draw up a last will to arrange for the distribution of your resources after you die, you should understand the fact that the inheritances will not be immediately available to your …

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What Are the Drawbacks of Probate?

Dennis D. Duffy · Nov 1, 2013 ·

If you look into the subject of estate planning you will hear mention of probate avoidance. What is probate, and why would anyone want to avoid it? Let's examine the subject. A Legal …

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