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How Long Does Probate Take in Missouri? What to Actually Expect
Written by: Attorney Scott Stork Most Missouri probate cases take 6 to 12 months from start to finish, though a handful of factors can move that number in either direction. Small estates can close in a few months… Read “How Long Does Probate Take in Missouri? What to Actually Expect”
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Six Mistakes That Can Undermine a Missouri Will
Written by: Attorney Scott Stork TL;DR Signing a document called a will doesn’t guarantee that a will is valid or that it will work as you intend.. In Missouri, a will has to meet specific requirements, and six common… Read “Six Mistakes That Can Undermine a Missouri Will”
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The Unfunded Trust Problem: Why So Many Missouri Living Trusts Don’t Actually Work
Written by: Attorney Raymond Chandler TL;DR A living trust only accomplishes its intended goals for assets it actually owns.. Many Missouri trusts were properly drafted and signed but never funded, meaning the home was… Read “The Unfunded Trust Problem: Why So Many Missouri Living Trusts Don’t Actually Work”
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Independent vs. Supervised Probate in Missouri: Which One Applies to Your Estate?
Written by: Anne Harris TL;DR Missouri probate law offers two paths: independent administration, which runs with light court oversight and is faster and cheaper, and supervised administration, where the court signs off… Read “Independent vs. Supervised Probate in Missouri: Which One Applies to Your Estate?”
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What Slows Missouri Probate Down? 6 Common Delays and How Families Avoid Them
Written by: Marcus Tecarro TL;DR Missouri probate usually takes six months to a year, and a big part of that is simply built into the law: creditors get a set window to come forward before an estate can close. What… Read “What Slows Missouri Probate Down? 6 Common Delays and How Families Avoid Them”
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Can You Avoid Probate with a Small Estate Affidavit in Missouri?
Written by: Raymond Chandler TL;DR A Missouri small estate affidavit provides a simplified prohttps://polarisplans.com/missouri-probate/bate process for qualifying estates, but not every estate is eligible. Whether you… Read “Can You Avoid Probate with a Small Estate Affidavit in Missouri?”
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What Missouri Probate Laws Should Every Family Know?
Written by: Anne Harris TL;DR Missouri probate laws determine how a person’s estate is administered after death, including which assets go through probate, who inherits property, and the responsibilities of the personal… Read “What Missouri Probate Laws Should Every Family Know? ”
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What Actually Happens in Missouri Probate Court?
Written by: Attorney Scott Stork TL;DR Understanding what happens in probate court in Missouri can make an overwhelming situation feel much more manageable. Probate is generally required when assets cannot transfer… Read “What Actually Happens in Missouri Probate Court?”
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How Probate Works in Missouri: A Guide for Surviving Spouses
Written by: Attorney Raymond Chandler TL;DR Losing a spouse is overwhelming, and probate often becomes one more responsibility during an already difficult time. The good news is that not every asset goes through… Read “How Probate Works in Missouri: A Guide for Surviving Spouses”
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What Happens to a St. Louis Family Home When Someone Dies Without a Trust
Written by: Attorney Scott Stork Most St. Louis families spend decades paying off a mortgage, maintaining a home, and building equity they plan to leave behind for their children. What many do not realize is that… Read “What Happens to a St. Louis Family Home When Someone Dies Without a Trust”