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How to know if parents had a Will or Trust when they died
If you are unsure of whether or not your parents had a will or trust when they died, know what steps you can take to find out. Probate may be necessary.
What should I do as the beneficiary?
What you can legally do and what you should do as a beneficiary are not necessarily the same thing. If you are the only beneficiary than a formal trust administration may not be the best solution.
My parents have died. What do I need to do to transfer the title to their house?
If your parents have passed away, find out what you can do to transfer the title to their house here. It truly depends on how the title to their house was held at the time that they died.
My Husband (or Wife) Recently Died. When is Probate Necessary?
Whether or not you have to do a probate of your late spouse’s estate will depend on how title to your spouse’s property was held.
Does a Person’s Trust Have to be Filed with the Court when they Die?
Generally, a person’s trust does not have to be filed with the court when they die. This is different than their will which must be lodge with the Superior Court for the county in which they resided at the time they died. Learn more about when a trust has to be filed with the court here.