Estate planning &
settlement resources

Learn how to sort through your mom's mail after she passes away. Covers bills, insurance, tax notices, and stopping junk mail. Updated February 2026.

Probate typically takes 6 months to 2 years. Learn average timelines by state, what factors affect duration, and common causes of delays in July 2026.

When someone dies without a will in 2026, state intestacy laws decide who inherits. Learn how intestate succession works and who gets left out.

Learn how to close and delete a Cash App account after someone dies, including what documents you need and how to transfer remaining funds to the estate.

Learn how to transfer utilities into your name after a death in October 2026. Step-by-step guide to avoid liability and service interruptions.

Learn how long to forward a deceased person's mail. Most estates need 6–12 months of USPS forwarding to capture tax documents, creditor claims, and financial

Learn how to stop junk mail addressed to a deceased loved one using opt-out services, credit bureau alerts, and direct company contact. July 2026 guide.

Learn what to do with a deceased person's safe deposit box, including legal access requirements, executor steps, and how to handle contents. (February 2026)

Bereavement leave is not federally mandated in the U.S. Learn how much time off you're entitled to, which states have laws, and what employer policies cover in

A month-by-month look at the challenges families encounter after a loss. It maps out what to expect, and how to make each stage easier to manage.

Learn who pays final utility bills after death, when family members are liable, and how executors handle electric, gas, and water bills. June 2026 guide.

Returning to work after losing someone can feel impossible. Learn how to set boundaries, request accommodations, and manage grief at the office in July 2026.

Executors face strict rules depositing deceased persons' checks. Learn bank policies and endorsement steps for October 2026.

Learn how to manage a deceased person's security system, smart home devices, and subscriptions during estate administration in July 2026.

Updated for October 2026: compare estate settlement platforms and find out which ones automate filings, notifications, and account closures.

Learn what to do after dad dies: get death certificates, notify Social Security, file insurance claims, and settle the estate. Complete guide for January 2026.

Compare Alix's concierge model and fees with flat-rate alternatives like Elayne to find the right estate settlement fit in October 2026.

Yes, you can legally refuse to inherit a timeshare by filing a formal disclaimer with probate court within 9 months of death. Learn your options for July 2026.

Learn what to do with a tax refund check made out to someone who died. June 2026 guide covers endorsement, deposits, and IRS procedures.

Learn how to memorialize or delete Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and other social accounts after death in July 2026, including required documentation and

Compare the best automated estate administration services for surviving spouses in January 2026. Find solutions that handle paperwork, filings, and closures.

Learn what happens to Gmail, Yahoo, and Outlook accounts after death in June 2026. Executors guide to securing email, accessing data, and closing accounts.

Learn what mail to watch for after someone dies, from bank statements and IRS notices to legal documents and insurance claims. Updated January 2026.

Learn how to forward mail for a deceased parent who lived in another state. Set up USPS forwarding, collect estate documents, and avoid missed deadlines.