Estate planning &
settlement resources

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

Compare two estate settlement services: Alix and Elayne. Understand differences in pricing and features to choose the best option for your family in June 2026.

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

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.

Elayne's CTO Rebecca Lee shares how psychology and systems engineering shaped her approach to estate settlement. A Q&A from March 2026.

Hospice and palliative care teams are uniquely positioned to guide families toward estate preparedness. Learn how to support families with planning in March

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

Learn how to delete your Cash App account permanently in March 2026. Step-by-step guide covering balance transfer, transaction history, and account closure.

Learn the key differences between wills and trusts in July 2026. Compare probate costs, timelines, and privacy to choose the estate plan that protects your

Learn how to organize financial accounts after death in July 2026. Get step-by-step guidance on locating documents, notifying institutions, and managing

Find your mom's bank accounts after death with this complete checklist. Learn which documents unlock each account type and where to search. July 2026 guide.

Learn how to track down your deceased parent's financial accounts in July 2026. Search tax returns, state databases, and contact institutions with the right

Compare top platforms for unclaimed asset recovery after death in February 2026. Find services that locate missing inheritance and handle claims for you.

Inherited a timeshare you don't want? Learn how to disclaim it, use deed-back programs, or explore other exit options. Updated February 2026.

Joint accounts with right of survivorship transfer automatically to the surviving owner at death, bypassing probate. Learn what to do next.

Complete checklist for what to do when someone dies in February 2026. Learn the steps for death certificates, Social Security, probate, accounts, and more.

Learn per stirpes definition for estate planning. Complete guide to beneficiary designations, examples, and how it affects inheritance. Updated February 2026.

Learn what a probate attorney does, when you need one, and how much they cost. February 2026 guide covers fees, timelines, and when to hire legal help.

Learn how to choose the right successor trustee in February 2026. Compare family vs professional trustees, understand costs, and avoid common mistakes.

Learn how to introduce estate planning to grieving families in July 2026 without overwhelming them. Timing, language, and compassionate approaches for

Insurance professionals who discuss estate planning with clients uncover coverage gaps, build stronger relationships, and grow referrals. Learn why it matters

Get answers to the most common estate planning questions families face during end-of-life care. Learn about wills, powers of attorney, and final arrangements.

Learn how to set up a trust with this complete step-by-step guide for February 2026. Covers DIY vs attorney costs, funding assets, and choosing trustees.

Learn how grief affects work performance and how to talk to your supervisor, request accommodations, and manage expectations in July 2026.