As the weekly update would have been 39 pages, I am taking out some of the bill that haven’t moved since last week and putting in new ones. If you want to look at two week’s list it is at: If you want my opinion, instead of just me giving you this information, send me … Continue reading Some of the Proposed legislation in Kentucky as of March 21, 2026
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Some of the Proposed legislation in Kentucky as of March 14, 2026
As the weekly update would have been 39 pages, I am taking out some of the bill that haven’t moved since last week and putting in new ones. If you want to look at last week’s list it is at: We are now in the part of the session where no more bills can be … Continue reading Some of the Proposed legislation in Kentucky as of March 14, 2026
What about House Contents when Someone Dies?
Probate law does not allow anyone to take items from a loved ones’ home after they die, until the will has been probated. Learning about probate, what it entails and how to prepare for it may make it a little easier when a family member dies, says an article titled “Can you empty a house before … Continue reading What about House Contents when Someone Dies?
What Is a TOD Beneficiary?
It’s possible to name a TOD beneficiary for many account types—retirement accounts, savings accounts and even brokerage accounts. This can help you and your heirs avoid the sometimes costly process of probate. You can name anyone. However, if you’re married, your spouse may have special rights over your assets that take precedence over your named … Continue reading What Is a TOD Beneficiary?
The Risks of Creating Your Own Estate Plan
We call it the brother-in-law syndrome: your brother-in-law knows everything, even though he doesn’t. He tells anyone who’ll listen how much money he’s saved by doing things himself. Sadly, it’s the family who has to make things right after the do-it-yourself estate plan fails. This is the message from an article titled “Dangers of Do-It-Yourself Estate … Continue reading The Risks of Creating Your Own Estate Plan
Can You Plan for Probate?
What can you do to help heirs have a smooth transition when settling your estate? An article from The Community Voice, “Managing probate when setting up your estate,” provides some recommendations. Joint accounts. Married couples can own property as joint tenancy, which includes a right of survivorship. When one of the spouses dies, the other becomes the owner and … Continue reading Can You Plan for Probate?