When you lose a loved one, the world is supposed to slow down. You expect a season of quiet reflection and shared memories with your family. Instead, as the designated executor, you are often met with a jarring reality: the legal clock has already started ticking, and the pressure to begin navigating probate in 2026 is immediate. For most families, the true weight of probate isn't just the paperwork; it is the sudden, heavy mantle of responsibility. You aren't just managing an estate; you are...

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