Estate Executor Commissions in New JerseyDecember 9, 2025Timothy RiceEstate executor commissions are designed to fairly compensate someone for handling an estate’s administrative burdens.…Read More
Clearing Up the Confusion: Common Misconceptions About Probate in New JerseyAugust 15, 2025Timothy RiceWhen her father passed away, Maria thought everything was in order. He talked to an…Read More
Why Communication is a Key Duty for Estate ExecutorsJune 13, 2025Timothy RiceIt started with silence. After her father passed away, Emily expected to receive updates about…Read More
Case Study: How Outdated Plans and Overlooked Details Led to Challenges in a New Jersey Estate AdministrationJanuary 3, 2025Timothy RiceJust like families and finances, estate administration can be complicated. State probate and tax laws,…Read More
Secure Your Legacy: How Corporate Trustees Ensure Peace of MindDecember 6, 2024Timothy RiceTrusts help ensure that your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes. A…Read More
Case Study: How Outdated Plans and Overlooked Details Led to Challenges in a New Jersey Estate AdministrationOctober 4, 2024Timothy RiceJust like families and finances, estate administration can be complicated. State probate and tax laws,…Read More
Minimizing Conflicts Between Beneficiaries and Estate Executors & AdministratorsJuly 5, 2024Timothy RiceIt is not uncommon that beneficiaries disagree with how an executor or administrator is handling…Read More
Case Study: The Importance of Choosing the Right Executor for Your EstateMarch 22, 2024Timothy RiceOver the course of several years, Joan Adams* (an elderly woman) developed a close friendship…Read More
5 Ways Life Insurance Policies Support Estate PlansFebruary 2, 2024Timothy RiceLife insurance policies are powerful tools for estate planning, but their effectiveness depends on careful…Read More
Rumor v. Reality No. 4: Using a Revocable Living Trust to Avoid ProbateApril 21, 2023Timothy RiceRumor: “Probate should be avoided, so I will create a revocable living trust.” Reality: In…Read More
What are a Trustee’s Duties and Responsibilities?June 1, 2021Timothy RiceWhile trustees have several duties and responsibilities, there is one that is the most important:…Read More
How to Avoid or Reduce the Impact of Probate on Your EstateApril 16, 2020Timothy RiceWhen an individual passes, the probate process is set into motion. This process involves settling…Read More