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probate assets

Probate vs Non-Probate Assets in Nevada: What You Need to Know

Inheriting some items can lead to the inevitable probate process, the legal procedure that is required but can take a long time to establish…
Fair housing act

Have You Unknowingly Violated the Fair Housing Laws?

As a real estate agent, you are required to abide by the federal and state laws which prohibit discrimination in all of your real estate activities.…
transfer of guardianship documents

Transferring Guardianships From Another State to Nevada

Here's what catches people off guard: you're appointed guardian in one state, everything's working fine, and then you need to move to Nevada.…
Trust protector

Is Your Trust Protected By Superman?

You may not need a superhero to watch over your trust but you should be aware of the next best thing - the Trust Protector. The revocable living…
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Essentials of Probate Sales August 22, 2023

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August Lunch and Learn
August 10, 2023

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Powers of Attorney Class - July 18, 2023

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Updating Your Estate Plan After Divorce: Why It's Essential

Jon Peters is a movie producer associated with many well-known projects including A Star Is Born, Batman, Man of Steel, The Color Purple, and…
Henderson estate planning

Probate Process and Estate Planning in Henderson, NV: Laws, Wills and Trusts

Henderson is a great place to live. Although it is just a few miles from the Las Vegas Strip, you don’t have to leave town for entertainment…
Representing an Elderly Client

Representing an Elderly Client

Do you understand your duties when representing an elderly client? It is critical for you to be aware of the potential liability that the client…
Hate speech update

Hate Speech Update

In our February 17, 2022 blog article entitled “Hate Speech is an ethical violation even when not related to real estate activities” we discussed…
Separation Doesn’t Prevent Nevada Spouses from Receiving Your Estate

Nevada Surviving Spouse Rights When Separated but Not Divorced

In 2010, the New York Times printed an article entitled “The Un-Divorced”. The article discussed couples who have stayed separated for years…
Set Aside

Avoiding Probate with a Set Aside Petition

Probate is the legal procedure your estate goes through after a loved one passes away (the “decedent”). The court will oversee the process…
living will vs will

What's the difference between a Will and a Living Will?

Although these documents sound the same, they serve completely different functions and are both important and necessary parts of your estate…
What are non probate assets

Non-Probate Assets in Nevada: What They Are and How They Work

Probate is the legal procedure your estate goes through after you pass away. During this legal proceeding, a court will oversee the process of…
Hate Speech is an Ethical Violation

Hate Speech is an ethical violation even when not related to “real estate activities”

Standard of Practice 10-5 provides “REALTORS® must not use harassing speech, hate speech, epithets, or slurs…” The Standard of Practice…
Power of Attorney Nevada

Important Changes to Power of Attorney Nevada Laws

In 2019 the Nevada Legislature enacted several bills having a significant impact regarding the laws pertaining to durable powers of attorney…
Attorney discussing probate attorney fees with clients in Nevada

Nevada Probate Attorney Fees

Probate lawyer fees are a necessary part of settling an estate in Nevada, but knowing how these fees work can help families plan ahead and avoid…