by Randy Thomason | Oct 8, 2025 | Probate
As an executor, you have to become a financial detective. Your first job is to uncover a complete picture of the deceased’s finances—not just what they owned, but what they owed. This means digging through mail, checking bank statements, and identifying every...
by Randy Thomason | Oct 7, 2025 | Probate
If you’ve been tasked with managing an estate, your first job is to create an inventory of all the assets. But before you can do that, you need to understand the legal framework that governs property ownership in Arkansas. How you categorize an asset—whether it’s a...
by Randy Thomason | Oct 6, 2025 | Probate
Settling an estate can feel like trying to complete a puzzle without the picture on the box. You have all these pieces—a will, assets, debts, and family members—but no clear instructions on how they fit together. The probate process provides that structure, guiding...
by Randy Thomason | Oct 3, 2025 | Probate
Figuring out the cost of probate in Arkansas can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with missing pieces. Many people assume it’s an overwhelmingly expensive process, but that isn’t always the case. The final bill depends entirely on the specifics of the estate...
by Randy Thomason | Oct 2, 2025 | Probate
Asking about the cost of a probate lawyer is a bit like asking about the cost of a home repair—the final price depends entirely on the job. A simple, uncontested estate is like fixing a leaky faucet, while a complex estate with business assets and family disputes is...