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What is probate?

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Probate is the process after someone’s death to verify the legality of their estate and ensure their wishes are carried out. Having a will can help make this process smoother because it is another document outlining what you wish to do with your assets after death.

Even if you have a will, your estate must go through a probate court for validation. After that, the judge will appoint someone to distribute your assets accordingly.

You might find this blog post helpful “What is Probate?“

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