Each year, millions and millions of dollars are sucked from estates that are not properly structured and executed. Most personal representatives have never gone through probate so much of the anxiety comes from not knowing what to ask and not knowing what to expect.In addition, when real estate is part of the estate due to the death of a loved one, it adds additional stress, and financial and legal pressure to the already overwhelming responsibilities of the personal representative.The goal of this book is to leverage the authors' 30 years of real estate experience and top 1% nationwide real estate credentials to educate and empower the reader with a roadmap from entering probate to the successful sale of real estate.Included in this book:15 step executor checklist for probate with real estate5 money sucking probate real estate threats10 executor strategies to immediately protect the estate12 pitfalls that can cost the estate thousands3 money saving probate real estate MythBusters7 insider secrets to find critical probate information50 point checklist to follow after notification of deathOver 40 worksheets for comprehensive estate planningSample template for Will, durable power of attorney, and healthcare directive"A must read for all families""Insightful, informative, trailblazing, significant"Finally, a commonsense, easy to follow resource that simplifies the probate process and provide education, instructions, strategies, and confidence to protect generational wealth! Authors Sandra and Alexandria Brazelton are mother/daughter real estate brokers with top 1% nationwide credentials. Together they have over 30 years of experience as a real estate brokers, real estate instructors, online auction consultants, Real estate probate advisors, property management specialist, business advisors, listing specialist, and international marketing leaders.

Your plain-English guide to administering an estate and/or trust As more and more of the population reach senior ages—including baby boomers, many of whom do not have wills—an increasing number of people are being thrust into the role of executor, administrator, personal representative of an estate, or trustee of a trust after the death of a loved one. This updated edition of Estate & Trust Administration For Dummiesguides you through the confusing process of administering an estate and/or trust. Settling an estate and administering a trust can be complicated, messy, and time-consuming for individuals named as executor or trustee, most of whom have no previous experience with such matters. Estate & Trust Administration For Dummies shows you how to make sound decisions for your unique circumstances. Guides you through the confusing process of administering an estate and/or trust Provides expert advice on unfamiliar estate and trust tax law Gives you a practical checklist to follow for all of your estate and trust administration questions and concerns Whether you're looking for guidance on how to navigate the probate process and estate taxes, settle debts and bequests, fund a trust, comply with tax regulations, or anything in between, this hands-on, friendly guide takes away the mystery and provides detailed answers to all of your estate and trust administration questions.