Estate planning &
settlement resources

Learn how to track every claim submitted after a loved one's death, what to record, how to follow up, and how strong claim tracking prevents missed benefits

Learn notice to creditors requirements, state deadlines, and filing steps for executors in July 2026. Covers publication costs, claim periods, and direct

Learn how to confirm an executor or appoint one through the court, obtain Letters Testamentary, and manage certified copies to keep an estate moving forward.

Learn what happens when someone dies without a will, how intestacy laws work, who courts appoint as administrator, and how to manage the estate under state

Learn how to start the probate process after a loved one's death, what documents to gather, and how Elayne helps you stay organized. December 2025.

Compare the best asset discovery tools in July 2026. Find hidden life insurance payouts, survivor benefits, and bank accounts. See which services search and

Learn how to locate and review a loved one's will, identify key executor duties, and avoid common mistakes. See how Elayne helps you prepare before meeting an

Learn how to update auto and home insurance after a loved one's death in July 2026, including what documents you need and how to avoid coverage gaps.

Learn what state-level benefits may be available after a loved one's death, how to find programs in your state, and how to apply before deadlines pass.

Learn how to find union or association benefits after a loved one's death, what documents you need, and how to claim survivor benefits in July 2026.

Learn how to update health insurance after a loved one's death, what documents you need, when coverage ends, and how to protect surviving dependents from gaps.

Learn how to cancel a deceased person's driver's license or state ID in July 2026, what documents are needed, and how this step protects against identity theft.

Learn how to request a deceased person's credit reports from all three bureaus, what documents you need, and why this step protects the estate. July 2026.

Learn how to freeze specialty consumer reports after a loved one’s death to prevent fraud, including which agencies to contact and what documents you’ll need.

After someone dies, closing membership and rewards accounts is important. Here’s how to deactivate your a Starbucks account (updated in December 2025).

Learn the estate settlement process, timeline, and costs in December 2025. Executor duties, probate vs non-probate assets, and more for families.

Learn what to do after mom dies with this complete checklist. Get death certificates, notify Social Security, secure property, and settle the estate.

Learn how to close a bank account after someone dies (updated in December 2025). Get step-by-step instructions for major banks plus required documents.

Learn how to cancel digital subscriptions after someone dies, even without passwords. Step-by-step guidance for Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, and more. July 2026.

Here’s everything you need to know about canceling power company accounts and other common utilities after someone dies (December 2025).

Learn how to order certified death certificates, how many copies to request, what information you need, and the fastest ways to get copies for estate and legal

Learn how to notify a landlord or property manager after a tenant's death, what documents you'll need, and how to handle lease termination and security

Learn how to arrange pet care after a loved one's death, from securing immediate shelter to transferring vet records and updating ownership in July 2026.

Learn how to report a death to TransUnion, what documents you need, and how marking a credit file as “Deceased” helps prevent identity theft and fraud. June