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Estate Settlement

Settling an estate involves navigating probate, executor responsibilities, and asset distribution. Discover the steps to efficiently administer an estate, handle debts, and comply with state-specific probate laws.

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Here’s why estate settlements need an overhaul

ClearEstate can help you save thousands of dollars while guiding you through every step of the estate settlement process.

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When are Executor Fees Paid?

An estate executor is often compensated for their time and efforts, and that compensation is usually set forth in the will and is paid out by the estate.

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Consenting to Becoming an Estate Executor in California

An estate executor is an individual who has been assigned the role of managing the distribution of financial assets of an estate’s assets.

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What to consider before becoming an estate executor

Estate settlement may be straightforward under simpler, more fortunate circumstances. However, in certain cases, it may turn into a long and painstaking process.

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How to Avoid Taxes on Executor Fees

Settling an estate involves a good deal of paperwork, time, and patience.

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How to Assess the Value of Personal Property for Probate

We’ll explain how to determine the value of personal items that must go through probate in California.

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How Long Does Probate Take in California Without a Will?

Getting the news that the deceased passed away without a will can complicate these things even further.

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Testimonial: Robert Currie

“The legal structure of estates and inherent bureaucracy can make a person feel pretty unimportant.” — Robert Currie