Probate
5 Considerations for Rental Property in Probate
Whether it’s a single property or multiple homes, rental property in probate poses a few concerns. For executors or personal representatives in…
2017 North Carolina Tax Law Changes
Changes to tax rates in North Carolina became effective on January 1, 2017. The adjustments affect both businesses and individuals. When revising…
Out-of-State Property in North Carolina Probate
Probate assets vary with each estate depending on how the decedent held assets at their death. The probate process is necessary to…
3 Errors North Carolina Executors Might Encounter Without Legal Counsel
Executors have time-consuming and complex matters to address after the death of a loved one. These individuals are placed in positions with…
Penalties for Executors Due to Attorney Fault
A recent court ruling serves as a reminder of the personal financial liability executors may face even when they retain a probate…
Steps to Take After a Spouse’s Death in North Carolina
The loss of a spouse is a devastating event that has long-term repercussions, both emotional and financial. A surviving spouse is often…
NC Marriage Ruled Valid Despite Lack of Marriage License: How This Affects Estates
While case law is often fact-dependent and, thus, might not prove directly applicable to one’s own circumstances, it nevertheless provides precedent that…
Overview of North Carolina’s Digital Assets Act
North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory signed a bill into law in June 2016 that allows digital account holders to provide a fiduciary…
What Executors Should Know About Digital Assets in North Carolina Probate
In late June 2016, the North Carolina governor signed Senate Bill 805, Revised Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act, into law. The…
Creditor Notification Requirements for Executors in NC
Creditor notification is a mandatory part of probate in every state, but the process varies in each jurisdiction. In North Carolina, executors…
