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How is the probate process started?
Before you jump into starting the probate process, it is important to understand the purpose of probate and to determine if probate will be needed.
ESTATE PLANNING CINCINNATI: CHOOSING A SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE?
People with Trusts must consider who will be the successor Trustee should something require the replacement of the primary Trustee. Family members, financial advisors, and corporations are all qualified, but who is best for your situation? The answer depends on a number of factors that are discussed in this article.
What is a Trust?
In simple terms a trust is three party arrangement between a Trustee, a Beneficiary and a Grantor, where one party holds property for the benefit of another party. The party who holds the property is the Trustee, and the party who benefits from the property being held...
What Estate Planning Documents Does Everyone Need?
Estate planning has been on a lot of people’s minds lately due to the uncertainty created by COVID 19. Although estate planning can be complicated it doesn’t have to be, especially if you are just getting started. That is why we recommend everyone should start off at...
What is the difference between an Executor and a Trustee?
When it comes to having your estate planning documents prepared, you will need to make a lot of decisions on who you believe is best suited to serve in different roles. Two important roles that are often confused are Executor and Trustee. This blog helps you understand the different roles of each.
How Do I Evict a Tenant in Ohio?
If you have come to the point where you need to evict a residential tenant from a property you own there are very specific steps that you need followed under Ohio law. There are two primary reasons our clients decide to evict a tenant: 1) Failure to pay the rent, or...
