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When someone dies with a will, their heirs do not automatically assume ownership of the assets left to them. Well, at least in the eyes of the law. The deceased's estate must go through probate, the legal process of administering the estate, before assets are divided...
Selling a house is often a stressful and complicated process, made more so when it comes to properties owned by estates in probate. During this period, the court oversees asset distribution, including real estate. Knowing what is involved in the probate process and...
Every party you work with, including shareholders, partners, employees and possibly clients, should sign an agreement. Contracts are crucial, and they can tell you are responsible. But how soon should you give a party a contract? Here is what you need to know about...
You always assumed that your parents would order the family home to be sold after their death and the profits divided, so you were surprised to find out that they left it to you and your two siblings in equal shares. The only problem is that you and your brethren may...
When someone is leasing out commercial real estate, they will create a contract for both parties to sign. This stipulates the terms of the lease and what is expected from either individual. It can help to define exactly what costs and obligations each side has, for...
Entrepreneurs who have never rented or leased commercial property can fall prey to unfavorable terms when looking for business space. Now that you are gaining traction as a company, poor lease terms could slow your newfound success. Fortunately, you can avoid terms...
Sure, your business is pretty small – but it’s also pretty profitable. You’ve taken all the right steps along the way, including structuring the business as a limited liability company (LLC). So, why is your company’s prospective landlord asking for a personal...
These days, nobody is immune from money problems, and that may include your landlord. You wouldn’t be the first tenant to find out that they’re renting a property that’s now in foreclosure. So, what does that mean for you? Here’s what you need to know: You don’t need...
Creating an estate plan is not the end of the process. Maintenance of an estate plan actually takes much more time, considering you have to do this all the way up until your death. But how do you know when it is time to update your estate plan? Are there certain times...
Conflict resolution strategies for shareholder disputes Regardless of the size of the business, shareholder disputes can and do occur. When stakeholders disagree, it can potentially disrupt company operations. These conflicts might arise for several reasons, and since...
