Overview Probate Weekly is one of the most consistent and practical shows for anyone working in the probate world. Hosted by Los Angeles probate expert Bill Gross, the podcast offers clear and actionable insight for real estate agents, investors, attorneys, fiduciaries, and families who are dealing with inherited property. Bill’s style is straightforward and deeply…
Being a family guardian often means stepping into a role you never expected, balancing the care of a loved one with a mountain of legal and administrative tasks. After securing your probate bond, the next step is finding ways to manage everything else, from tracking finances to filing court reports. That’s where tools like guardianship…
Estate planning is one of the most important steps families can take to protect assets and reduce conflict after a loved one’s death. Yet millions of Americans still have no formal plan in place. This 2026 statistical overview from ProbateCourtBond.com summarizes new data from AARP, the American Bar Association (ABA), the National Center for State…
When someone passes away in Florida, the court often appoints a personal representative to manage and settle the estate. This role comes with serious legal and financial responsibilities, which is why many courts require a Florida Personal Representative Bond before allowing the person to act. A Personal Representative Bond (sometimes called a probate bond or…
Understanding the Scale of Guardianship in America Across the United States there are approximately 1.3 million active adult guardianship and conservatorship cases involving about 50 billion dollars in assets managed under court supervision. The median age of appointed guardians is around 58 years, and the average case duration is 4.2 years. These numbers reflect the…
