Estate planning &
settlement resources

Learn what happens if you die without a will in May 2026. Who inherits, probate costs, timeline, and how intestate succession laws distribute your estate.

Learn how to conduct a complete asset search for deceased family members in May 2026. Find unclaimed property, life insurance, pensions, and more.

Find compassionate phrases to say when someone passes. May 2026 guide.

Learn what executor of the estate means, including legal duties, responsibilities, and timelines. Complete guide for executors in May 2026.

Learn how to handle financial account consolidation after death in May 2026. Get step-by-step instructions for transferring accounts, finding assets, and more.

Learn if an executor can be changed after death, the court removal process, and what beneficiaries need to know in May 2026 about replacing executors.

Discover how to give a heartfelt eulogy with confidence and grace. This May 2026 guide provides essential tips and guidance on crafting and delivering a memorable eulogy that honors your loved one's life and provides comfort to those in mourning.

Learn what to do with credit cards when someone dies in May 2026. Get clear steps for notifying card companies, handling debt, and protecting the estate.

Discover how to navigate the funeral planning process step-by-step in May 2026, from contacting legal representatives to arranging services and handling financial matters.

Learn how to find hidden accounts after someone dies in April 2026. Search state databases, tax returns, and insurance locators to locate forgotten assets.

Learn how long probate takes in February 2026. Most estates close in 6-18 months, but timelines vary by state. Get tips to avoid delays and speed up the process.

Learn what executors of wills do in this complete guide to executor roles, duties, and legal responsibilities. Updated April 2026 with timelines and liability rules.

Learn how to get an EIN for an estate account in April 2026. Step-by-step guide for executors covering IRS application, timing, requirements, and common mistakes.

Learn who's legally responsible for medical bills and hospital debt after death in April 2026. Estate liability, spouse rules, and state exceptions explained.

Learn how to manage serving as both executor and beneficiary in April 2026. Handle fiduciary duties, prevent conflicts, and protect yourself legally.

Inherited retirement account rules changed in April 2026. Learn what beneficiaries owe, when annual RMDs apply, and how to avoid the 25% penalty on missed withdrawals.

Learn how to find and cancel all your subscriptions in April 2026. Track hidden recurring charges, stop unwanted billing, and save money each month.

What happens to real estate when someone dies without a will? Learn how intestacy law, probate, and state rules affect property inheritance in April 2026.

Learn how to write a death notice for newspapers in March 2026. Get step-by-step instructions, pricing details, submission deadlines, and examples.

Learn what letters testamentary are, why executors need them, and how to get them in March 2026. Complete guide to court authorization for estate settlement.

After losing her mother, Elayne's CEO built an AI platform to guide families through estate settlement. Here's how she's rethinking a broken system.

Rebecca Lee has spent her career building systems in high-pressure environments. At Elayne, she’s rethinking estate settlement, and turning a fractured process into disciplined architecture.

Hospice and palliative care teams occupy a unique position in healthcare, providing not just medical care but comprehensive support to patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses.

Learn how to find out if someone has a will in March 2026. Search attorneys, probate courts, the U.S. Will Registry, and home records to locate estate documents.