House in Minneapolis on a sunny day

How to Protect My Inherited House

Inheriting a house is about more than just acquiring a structure; it’s about continuing a legacy and embracing a piece of family history. But how do you ensure this new asset doesn’t turn into a source of stress? With ownership comes the duty to protect it, necessitating a grasp of estate law, property rights, and…

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Young and Ill, without Advance Directives

When you are a child, your parents serve as your decision makers. They have ultimate say in where you go to school, what extracurricular activities you partake in and where, and how, you should be treated in the event of a medical emergency. While most parents continue to play a huge role in their children’s…

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The Probate Process, Part II:The Will

  Last week I covered the definition of “probate.”  Probate is simply the process in which the court oversees the distribution of your assets as directed by your will (if you have one) and handles claims against assets.  This week I will explain how legal wills are “tested” by probate court and how to prevent having…

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