Probate Shortcuts in Virginia - Part 1 - Real Estate
Oct 23, 2014
This guide explains the probate shortcut available in Virginia if the only asset that needs to go through probate is real estate located in Virginia. What does it mean to only have real estate that ne...
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Transfer on Death Deeds - A Beneficiary Designation for Your Home
Oct 01, 2014
This guide describes a newer type of beneficiary designation in Virginia -- one for your real estate! Trying to Avoid Probate There are multiple ways to attempt to avoid probate including the use of b...
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What Happens If I Don't Have a Will?
Sep 30, 2014
This legal guide describes what would happen to your estate if you did not have a Will and you passed away in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The simple answer is that your assets will pass per the int...
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Probate - What Is Involved and Can I Avoid It?
Apr 15, 2014
This legal guide provides information about probate in Virginia and how to try to avoid probate. Background Many people seem to believe that having a Will avoids the probate process entirely. Unfortu...
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Benefits of a Revocable Living Trust
Dec 11, 2013
Many people come to my office asking whether or not they need a Revocable Living Trust. In reality, it is simply a matter of preference and this legal guide points out some of the positive aspects of...
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Why You Should Know About Portability in Estate Planning and Estate Administration
Nov 25, 2013
This guide explains what portability is; the importance of making use of portability in certain circumstances; and how to make sure you get the most of your portability....
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