Guides

Guides for settling an estate.

Plain answers to the questions families ask after a death, from finding the will to closing the estate.

July 31, 2026

What If an Estate Was Probated While You Were in Prison?

Coming home to discover that a loved one's estate was settled while you were incarcerated can be devastating. Learn how to access court records, understand state laws like pay-to-stay, and find out if you can legally reopen a closed estate to claim your inheritance.