Estate planning &
settlement resources

Learn how the Deceased Do Not Contact List stops marketing mail after a loved one's death. This guide covers DDNC registration, USPS, and credit bureaus.

Learn how to create a funeral program, from writing an obituary and order of service to choosing a layout. A step-by-step guide to honoring your loved one.

Learn what an executor of a will does, from filing probate to paying debts and distributing inheritances. A practical guide to executor duties in July 2026.

How long you have to transfer property after death depends on ownership type and probate. This guide explains timelines, methods, and key documents. (October

Learn what happens to cryptocurrency when you die and how to protect digital assets. Dec 2025 guide covers private keys, wills, and crypto inheritance planning.

A clear guide to canceling Medicare after a death, including SSA notification and closing private plans in 2026.

Learn how to protect digital assets after death in December 2025. From crypto to cloud photos, secure your online accounts for loved ones.

Employer benefits can include retirement accounts, stock plans, or life insurance that families may not be aware of. This guide explains how to find them, file

Learn how to report a death and close a Medicaid account. Steps include notifying your state office, handling estate recovery, and documenting closure.

Learn how a 401(k) is handled after death, who to contact, and what paperwork to expect. Updated October 2026 for current inherited account rules.

Learn how long you can keep an estate open after death in June 2026. Covers probate timelines, delays, executor duties, and closure.

Learn how to apply for veterans benefits yourself in December 2025. Get step-by-step instructions, required documents, and tips for VA survivor and burial benefits.

Find out how to transfer a car title after death, including DMV documents, probate rules, and state requirements for October 2026.

Find out how much a surviving spouse can receive from Social Security and how to apply, updated for October 2026.

Discover the USPS steps for forwarding or stopping a deceased person's mail, plus tips to prevent fraud in October 2026.

Learn how Elayne protects your personal data using bank-level security, encryption, and multi-factor authentication. See why data safety is at the core of what

When a 529 account owner or beneficiary passes away, the plan must be formally updated. This guide covers how to identify the account, submit transfer

Learn how to set up fraud monitoring, credit freezes, and fraud alerts on behalf of someone. Step-by-step guide for executors and POA holders in Dec 2025.

Learn how to find 401(k) accounts, pensions, and survivor benefits after a death. June 2026 guide on beneficiary forms, claims, and what to expect.

Receiving debt collection letters after a loved one's death can feel distressing. Learn what they mean, what you owe, and how to respond with calm and

Need a Michigan death certificate? See who can apply, what's required, and updated October 2026 processing timelines here.

Discover Iowa's small estate affidavit process for settling estates without full probate. October 2026 guide with key eligibility rules.

Learn how to find out if someone had life insurance after death. Search personal records, contact employers, and use official databases to locate policies.

Filing a life insurance claim after someone dies can feel like a lot. This July 2026 guide walks through each step — from locating the policy to receiving the