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Florida Personal Representative Bonds: What They Are and How to Get One

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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 Read more

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National Guardianship Statistics: 2026 Report

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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 Read more

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Book Review: “Last Bucket List” by Rich Lippman

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When a book about wills and death makes you smile instead of squirm, you know you’ve found something special. Last Bucket List: Plan B Read more

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Managing someone else’s affairs, whether as a guardian, trustee, or agent under a power of attorney, can be complex and time-consuming. ProbateCourtBond.com is offering a premium 1-year free subscription to Advocord, a comprehensive platform designed to help you Read more

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E-Sign? Why Probate Bond Validity Remains Confusing

Cartoon illustration of a judge holding a probate bond while an attorney and client look confused, symbolizing the uncertainty between printed bonds and electronic e-signed bonds in probate courts.

If you ask five different probate courts in Ohio how to file a bond, you may get five different answers. With 88 counties, each court exercises a degree of autonomy, and while local control has benefits, it also creates Read more

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Probate and Property: Why the House May Not Be Insured After Death

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When a loved one passes away, one of the most overlooked risks is the property they leave behind. Many heirs, executors, and even attorneys assume that the decedent’s homeowner’s insurance remains in force throughout probate. Unfortunately, that is rarely Read more

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