by Durham Law Firm | Mar 1, 2024 | HWH Updates
What happens to a house when the owner dies and there is no will? It's a situation no one wants to think about, but it happens more often than we'd like to admit. Here in North Carolina, what comes next is a journey through the probate process—a term you might have...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 27, 2024 | Estate Administration, Probate
When it comes to planning for the future, there's one aspect that often feels a bit like solving a puzzle—estate administration. This process ensures wishes are honored and loved ones are taken care of. Central to making this happen is one key player: the executor of...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 16, 2024 | Estate Administration, Probate
Managing a loved one's estate in North Carolina can feel like walking through a deep forest with no map or supplies. You're handed a compass and asked to follow the signs toward "Executorship," a role critical in the journey of estate administration. But what does it...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 12, 2024 | Estate Administration, Probate
With the loss of a spouse, the absence of a will can add to the complexity of it all. This is where understanding North Carolina's intestate succession laws becomes crucial. Through this blog, find out why making a plan before you die matters. We'll also see what...
by Durham Law Firm | Feb 12, 2024 | Estate Administration
When a loved one passes away, probate often seems like a complex and daunting process. In North Carolina, it's a legal procedure with a court overseeing the distribution of a deceased person's assets. Not all estates require this formal process. But when is probate...
by Durham Law Firm | Jan 29, 2024 | Estate Planning
A will serves as a voice from beyond, guiding the distribution of one's estate. It reflects personal wishes and ensures that the right people benefit from a lifetime of hard work. Beneficiaries can range from family members to friends or even organizations and...
by Whoosh Agency Support | Jan 23, 2024 | Estate Administration
When dealing with the loss of a loved one, families often face the daunting task of estate administration. This process can bring up many concerns, one of which is wondering if you can inherit debt. In North Carolina, the laws spell out how the decedent's estate pays...
by Durham Law Firm | Jan 16, 2024 | Estate Administration
When a loved one passes away, dealing with their financial affairs can be exhausting without help. One common concern is the fate of credit card debt left behind. Many individuals wonder, "What happens to credit card debt when you die with no estate?" When a loved one...
by Chris Wilms | Jan 8, 2024 | Estate Administration
What happens if you owe money to someone who died? When a person dies, you can often make payment to the Clerk as an alternative to the full estate administration process. In North Carolina, one such alternative involves paying the Clerk of Superior Court money owed...
by Durham Law Firm | Dec 20, 2023 | Estate Administration
When a loved one passes away, handling their affairs can be challenging. One crucial task is transferring the car title. When administering the estate of a deceased person in North Carolina, there are alternatives to a full administration process. Explore the key...
