When someone passes away, their assets must be carefully managed and distributed according to their wishes (if they had a will) or state law (if there was no ...
Estate Planning & Probate
Hows Does a Beneficiary Deed Affect Probate in Arkansas?
Also called a transfer-on-death deed, a beneficiary deed is a helpful tool that real estate owners in Arkansas should know about. It’s essentially a way to ...
Selling an Inherited House in Arkansas: What You Need to Know
Inheriting a house is a significant event that typically comes with a mix of emotions and responsibilities. For many Arkansans, it represents not just a ...
What Happens If You Don’t File for Probate in Arkansas?
When someone passes away in Arkansas, their estate will typically go through a process called probate. This is a legal procedure put in place to validate the ...
How Long Does it Take to Probate an Estate in Arkansas?
Probating an estate in Arkansas can be a complex and time-consuming process, but understanding the timeline involved can help ease some of the uncertainty ...
Adverse Possession of Property in Arkansas: What You Need to Know
When you own property, no one can build or develop on that property without your permission—except when they claim adverse possession. In theory, someone can ...
How to Challenge a Will in Arkansas
Wills and trusts are crucial legal documents that can affect how a deceased individual’s estate is divided between beneficiaries such as descendants, family ...
Joint Tenancy vs. Tenants in Common: What’s the Difference in Arkansas?
Sometimes, situations arise in which you need to buy real estate with one or more partners. For example, you may find an excellent real estate deal, but not ...
What is a Durable Power of Attorney?
We make most medical, financial, and other legally binding decisions ourselves. Sometimes, we give powers of attorney to another individual so they can make ...
When Should I Quiet a Title in Arkansas?
The primary focus of a quiet title action is to establish ownership over a property. You may want to quiet a title in Arkansas when resolving issues and ...