Probate. Now there’s a term that affects many, but is understood by few. What is probate? Is it a good thing or a bad thing? Should I try to avoid it or can it be a good tool? If you are looking for an understanding of what probate is and what it does, then you'll want to listen to this episode! Here's What We CoverWhat is Estate Administration What is probate Does every estate go through probate Are there times when probate should not be avoided/not avoided  Should I use a trust to avoid probate Should one with limited assets have an estate plan Specific scenarios to help you understand probate

Links & Resourceshttps://www.elderlawlakeland.com/about/attorney-profiles/ (About Carol Wallace) https://www.elderlawlakeland.com/ (Elder Law Firm of Clements & Wallace) https://www.naela.org/ (National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys)

Related Episodeshttp://bit.ly/SageEp10 (Elder Law Explained: Estate Planning ) http://bit.ly/SageEp11 (Elder Law Explained: Guardianship) http://bit.ly/SageEp12 (Elder Law Explained: Long Term Care Planning) http://bit.ly/SageEp13 (Elder Law Explained: Medicaid & Veteran's Benefits)

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