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Book Review: “CLICK HERE WHEN I DIE” by Jonathan S. Braddock

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Probate Reads™ by ProbateCourtBond.com Reviewed by ProbateCourtBond.com Category: Estate Planning / Death Preparation / Digital Legacy Overview Death planning does not have to feel morbid. Jonathan S. Braddock’s Click Here When I Die: Making Things Easier for Those You Love reframes end-of-life preparation as an act of care rather than a chore. Written with humor,…

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Probate Bonds and North Carolina Estate Law Updates: H.B. 388 and H.B. 40 Overview

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North Carolina has recently moved forward with a couple of estate-related updates that touch two common stress points after a death: when the original will can’t be located and how certain spousal property issues are handled after death. While these laws don’t change the purpose of probate, they may affect how smoothly an estate administration…

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Podcast Review: “The Death Readiness Podcast” with Jill Mastroianni

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Overview The Death Readiness Podcast is one of the most thoughtful and relatable shows for families preparing for aging, caregiving, and long term planning. Hosted by former estate planning attorney Jill Mastroianni, the podcast offers clear and compassionate insight for adults juggling aging parents, children, work, and household responsibilities. Jill’s style is warm, steady, and…

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Book Review: “A Matter of Life and Death” by Jehan Crump-Gibson, Esq.

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Probate Reads™ by ProbateCourtBond.com Reviewed by ProbateCourtBond.comCategory: Estate Planning / Probate / Guardianship Overview When a book about probate court makes you feel prepared instead of panicked, you know you’ve found something rare. A Matter of Life and Death: How to Handle Family Affairs During Illness and Death and Keep Probate Court Out of Your…

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The “Direct Access” Advantage (And How to Use It for Speed)

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For Customers, For Agencies, and For Underwriters In the surety bond world, the process is usually pretty rigid. You submit an application, the agency reviews it, and then they send it to the insurance company. When a bond qualifies for instant approval, the system works perfectly. At ProbateCourtBond.com, most of our clients apply, pay, and…

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