The Complete Probate Guide
Published on 3. May 1999
Book
Paperback/Softback
256 pages
978-0-471-32548-2 (ISBN)
Description
A clear and comprehensible guide to the specialized topic of probate This book explains in plain English how every person can deal with the probate process. Although the rules differ from state to state, the general concepts are often very similar. Each chapter provides practical advice, sample forms, checklists, tips and definitions. It's ideal for the newly widowed, or the heir trying to cope with the myriad issues surrounding the death of a loved one. Shenkman, an attorney specializing in this field, is an authority on the subject. * Explains all aspects of probate in easy-to-understand language * State by state coverage of probate procedures is included * Sample letters and forms are included to assist readers in the process
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
forms
Dimensions
Height: 280 mm
Width: 215 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
609 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-471-32548-2 (9780471325482)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
MARTIN M. SHENKMAN is a practicing attorney specializing in estate planning and administration and tax planning. He is the author of The Beneficiary Workbook and The Complete Book of Trusts, and is frequently quoted in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and the Bottom Line.
Content
Probate Is Not a Four-Letter Word. The Probate Process Step by Step. Key Roles. LEGAL MATTERS AND COURT PROCEEDINGS. How to Read the Will. Probate Process and the Courts. Special Situations. NUMBERS AND PAPERS: ORGANIZING, BUDGETING, AND INVESTING. Getting Organized and Handling Accounting. Budgeting. Investing Estate Assets. ASSETS. Safe Deposit Boxes, Cash, Bank Accounts, E Bonds, and Marketable Securities. Tangible Personal Property. Real Estate and Business Interests. Insurance, Pensions, Retirement Assets, and Annuities. Miscellaneous Assets: Power of Appointment, Certain Trusts, Loans, Other Transfers. EXPENSES AND LIABILITIES. Expenses. Liabilities. TAXES. Income, Gift, Estate, GST, and Inheritance Taxes. Tax Planning Is Still Possible after Death. DISTRIBUTIONS AND WINDING UP THE ESTATE. Distribution of Estate Assets. Other Distribution and Winding-Up Issues. Glossary. Index.