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As the old saying goes, there is nothing guaranteed in life, except death and taxes. So, it should come as no surprise that death does not avoid taxes, even here in Pennsylvania. Indeed, one’s estate is considered a taxpayer for personal income tax purposes. What is...
A will allows people to state who will receive their property when they pass away. It gives people the flexibility to choose their heirs, give property to charities and other options. Having a will states people’s intentions for their property, but others are the ones...
Some Pennsylvania residents pass away while still owing money to other parties. One of the responsibilities of the person who is named the personal representative of the decedent’s estate is to make sure the debts of the estate are paid. In many cases, the decedent’s...
Losing a loved one is stressful enough. But an already emotionally complex situation can become even more difficult when you’re hundreds of miles away and dealing with the probate process. Whether you’ve been named as an executor or trustee, or you’re a beneficiary,...
People in Pennsylvania may acquire various property throughout their lives. It can come in many different forms. People may own homes and other real estate property, bank accounts, retirement accounts, vehicles, collectables, household goods and many other types of...
In some circumstances, a family member or members may wish to contest a will. They should know the reasons for contesting a will and when it might be possible to contest a will. When a will can be contested A will may be challenged as part of probate litigation for...
You may own a business in Bucks County that has been in your family for generations, but have you given any thought about who will inherit the business when you die? This is when having a business succession plan becomes important. Without a business succession plan a...
The probate process is notorious for many reasons. It can cost a lot of money for surviving family members and take years to resolve. Fortunately, not everyone needs to go through the traditional process of probate in Pennsylvania. Many smaller estates qualify for the...
The older you get, the more important it is to have an estate plan in place. The most important part of the estate plan is often the will, as it is the document that will specify how your assets will be distributed upon your debt. However, simply creating a will is...
When a loved one passes away in Pennsylvania their loved ones are often left behind to settle their estate. This can be a long and arduous process with many complications that need to be worked through. One issue that may need to be resolved is how to deal with the...
