Posted on: 12 September 2016
It can be a shock in the middle of dealing with the death of a loved one to find that they have also been named as the executor of the estate. As most people have not had to regularly deal with deceased estates, it can be a scary prospect to deal with the administrative aspects of the task.
What does it mean to be the executor?
The executor fulfils the wishes of the will.
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Posted on: 31 August 2016
Placing a piece of property on the market may seem like an easy venture for sellers. However, the truth is that the process of selling your home can be confusing and legally frustrating for anybody. There are several steps along the way that the entire process can break down courtesy of the seller's mistakes. Legally, conveyancing is the process of officially transferring ownership of a home from you, the seller, to the prospective buyer.
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Posted on: 31 August 2016
Anybody who has been arrested and lands in jail can say that the first thoughts while in there always revolve around getting out as fast as possible. The mental anguish and panic that can immediately take over you pushes a person towards an immediate exit strategy. This is where your get-out-of-jail card comes into play: bail.
Bail can be liquid cash, a property, or a bond that the person in jail issues to the court in exchange for their release.
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Posted on: 29 August 2016
You may have heard the saying that there is really no such thing as a friendly divorce, but may have dismissed it because you and your spouse have decided to split on very good terms. While it's commendable that you and your spouse are able to avoid the drama that often accompanies this type of breakup, you may be very naïve to think that you shouldn't consult with a family law attorney.
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