Beautiful spring is coming and it’s also a good time to pay a visit to the city Guang’an. You can see the great influence of China’s reform and opening up in this modern ancient city.

January 21, 2022 /MarketersMedia/ —

Guang’an, located in the heart place of Sichuan, is the hometown of Comrade Deng Xiaoping, the “Architect of Modern China” who carried out China’s socialist reform, opening up and modernization. This is an ancient city with a recorded history which can be traced back to more than 3000 years ago. This is also a young city. Since its establishment of the city’s government office in 1998, it has taken only 22 years to build a city with solid basement, high standard and refreshing spirit, from an ordinary small town in East Sichuan to a well developed city in Sichuan. Guang’an implemented the instructions of the great man Deng Xiaoping that “Development is the Absolute Principle”, completed the transformation to a modern tourist city in the reform and opening up, and attracted visitors from all over the world with the strong charm shown in different aspects.

Here in Guang’an, you can visit the Formal Residence of Deng Xiaoping and follow his steps to the Hometown of Xiaoping, Former Residence Exhibition Hall, Hanlin Academy and Guang’an Middle School that are well preserved and where he studied and lived. You can also go visit Huaying Mountain “the Greatest”, Baoding Scenic Spot and Tianyi Valley Scenic Spot where you can appreciate great peaks and strange rocks, Buddhist culture, Karst caves, deep woods and bamboo forest and the historic landmark of Huaying Mountain Guerrilla where you can have a unique tourism experience. You can appreciate the profound connotation of traditional culture from the exquisite unearthed cultural relics of Anbing Tombs and the well preserved ancient buildings in old towns such as XiaoXi, YanKou and GuXian; There may also be “People of Xialiba”, “Bayu Dance”, “Bamboo Dance”, “YunTong Dance” and “Yuechi Lantern Opera” “And other kinds of folk arts, from which we can feel the heritage of Sichuan culture; it is more likely to be attracted by countless local food such as Guang’an Salted Preserved Eggs, Long’an Pomelo, wusheng Mage Noodles, Yuechi Rice Noodles, Linshui Meat Dumplings and so on. However, no matter which aspect, it seems that none of them can summarize the attraction of Guang’an.

As an ancient city with a history of 3000 years in the east part of Sichuan, Guang’an possesses great tombs of Southern Song Dynasty, Beautiful Baoding Mountain and Huaying Mountain; As a city of time honored culture, Guang’an has been home of famous chinese generals like Pangxiong, Anbing and Lizhun and other great men like Deng Xiaoping and Pu Dianjun who was of great importance in history; As a city that call be seen as a geological Museum, Guang’an has stones of all shapes, waterfalls that can be found in deep caves, magnificent rivers and mountains stretching for 600 miles formed by the unique Karst Landform; As a witness of ancient Chinese wars, the Ruins of Ancient Ba People located in Guang’an known as the City Troy in the East. As a defensive military fortress and a living house, it keeps telling us stories of war and peace happened in 2000 years ago; As a city with vast and beautiful rural area, Guang’an has a cultivation culture of thousands of years in unique eastern Sichuan rural style. Such a attractive Guang’an is a reflection of China’s reform and opening up. Whenever you visit here, you can feel the great vitality of spring in this city.

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Website: http://www.guang-an.gov.cn/

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The Spring Festival is just around the corner. Taking a trip to Guang’an can be a good choice for this spring. Unique customs and tourism sites of Guang’an can give you the experience of new year culture and traditions.

January 21, 2022 /MarketersMedia/ —

Spend your Spring Festival in Guang’an and have fun at tourism sites!

Longing for spending this Spring Festival by traveling but haven’t decided where to go yet? Then take a trip to Guang’an, experience the unique new year custom of Guang’an, and have an unforgettable Spring Festival with your family. On the lunar New Year’s Day, you can experience the custom of waking up in the morning, opening the gate, morning fireworks, giving new year’s greetings, giving lucky money, fortune telling, paper cutting of chicken, fortune gathering and having reunion dinner; On the second day you can do the Worshiping the God of Wealth; On the third day you can burn the door-god paper;On the fourth day the Kitchen God is coming back and you can invite him home; On the fifth day businesses will be reopening their shops, setting firecrackers and worshiping the God of Wealth; On the sixth day you should send the Poor God away; On the seventh day you put on a special headwear called “Rensheng”… So many unique customs of Guang’an will definitely enrich your new year holiday trip.

As featured tourism sites, places like the blessing place HuaYing Mountain, the treasure of Sichuan Baozhen Fortress, and the Baiping Dragon Leisure Resort are attracting a great amount of visitors. In the meantime, the Former Residence of Deng Xiaoping Tourism Attraction has prepared all kinds of activities. From the Chinese New Year’s Eve to the seventh day of the new year, various activities awaits for the visitors, will take them to follow the steps of great people and experience the Red Culture. At the Zhenbao Fortress you can have a taste of a famous dish named the “Eight Dishes” while you take a trip of time traveling through thousands of years at the fortress to experience the war of ancient times. The Dam Feast will also provide a quite unique experience. Tourists can enjoy folk performances such as Dragon Dance and Lion Dance, Palm Puppets Show, folk songs and Swing Gong performance. At night, they can dance around the campfire, have a nice and warm spring festival to welcome the coming spring.

Spend this Spring Festive in Guang’an, having a family time of happy and fun!

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Brian Boles joins worldwide truck industry leader Curry Supply Company as Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing & Business Development

Martinsburg, PA, United States – January 21, 2022 /MarketersMedia/ —

Brian Boles is officially a member of the Curry Supply Company team, effective October 25. Boles has played a key role in the creation of the Curry/Navistar program, and he most recently served as VP/GM at Autocar, a specialty vocational truck manufacturer and household name in the waste and aggregate industries.

Boles, a University of West Alabama alumnus, has a successful career in the transportation industry, which spans over 14 years. His background in sales management and extensive knowledge of the industry combined with a strong, intuitive sense of business networking, enabled him to build an impressive track record as head of multiple award-winning teams.

In his own words, it is honesty and integrity combined with enthusiasm and genuine dedication that make a sales leader truly good at the job. “A team leader has to be disciplined enough to lead by example and to inspire confidence in other team members. Before you can earn customer loyalty, you must earn your team’s respect and build valuable relationships within the team,” said Boles.

“We were looking for a professional who excels in the commercial truck industry and has the level of ambition and motivation needed to head the Strategic Sourcing & Business Development department. Brian was a logical choice,” commented Curry Supply President/Owner Jason Ritchey. “He will assume responsibility for corporate chassis manufacture and dealer relationships, as well as work to develop a portfolio of key accounts and opportunities. He will also work closely with leadership, the supply chain team, and our outside sales teams.

“We are immensely excited about the broad implications of this hiring decision. Brian is a proven strategist. We know he has the drive and the discipline to build and lead a strong team, while focusing on strategic planning and business development to help our company meet market share and profitability goals,” he added.

About Curry Supply Company: As a leader in the worldwide truck industry, Curry Supply continues to grow, and its team growth has been consistent with the company’s overall rise to a dominant position in the established markets and success in emerging ones. Curry Supply has a highly selective recruiting process that enables the company to bring top talent on board. Each new team member brings their unique perspective and a wealth of experience to the company’s elaborate business processes, enabling Curry Supply to deliver a consistently high standard of service to its clients nationwide and worldwide.

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Leading Estate Planning & Probate Lawyer Janet Brewer founder of the Law Office of Janet Brewer in Los Altos, CA outlines how celebrities can avoid estate planning mistakes. For more information please visit https://www.calprobate.com

Los Altos, CA, United States – January 21, 2022 /MM-REB/ —

Estate Planning Attorney Janet Brewer has revealed several avoidable mistakes that mere mortals should consider in the wake of a series of missteps by the rich and famous.

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The founder of the Los Altos, CA, Law Office of Janet Brewer, said estate planning was essentially the same for everyone, but the more painful mistakes made by celebrities should be used as experience in our own lives.

Taxes and legal fees can eat into your estate if your plan is not watertight and further aggravated by missing or outdated documents, challenges by beneficiaries and circling debtors.

Equally devastating could be dying without a will, leaving your assets up in the air, and a potential legal fight between family and loved ones for the spoils, she commented.

She explained that famous stars have died without making a will – or intestate. “Without a plan could mean a court deciding the fate of your assets, and they could be distributed to people that you may have never considered to be a beneficiary.”

She added: “Even if a court chooses your beneficiaries correctly, it could be years before your estate is concluded. Rather than allow this mistake to occur, consult an experienced estate planning attorney for advice on making a will or a trust.”

Another mistake is failing to delete beneficiaries from your plans before dying. She said that the key to any estate plan is to keep it up to date and review it at least once or twice a year.

“Things in your life change, so your estate plan should reflect your wishes,” Brewer advised.

Who acts as your executor and who makes responsible decisions if you become incapacitated are also vital to having an effective plan.

Brewer said the flipside of this is that many people fail to update and add beneficiaries to their plans. “Working alongside an estate planning attorney will help you assess your situation and consider any future descendants or benefactors.”

Two other mistakes made by celebrities were keeping their estate plans a secret from immediate family and failing to write in things that may have been promised verbally.

Ideally, an estate plan with all the original documents should not only be at hand, but it may well be advisable to tell someone
where they are and what your plans are. “If you have an estate planning attorney, then they will have a copy of your plans.

But the original documents should be kept in a safe place. Make the executor aware of where they are if they are needed,” she said.

If promises are made to loved ones, then at least get them down on paper to avoid any confusion or potential legal battles. “These can be covered in the regular assessment of your estate plan to ensure it is robust and correct.”

One of the biggest failures of most people, from the famous to the ordinary man and woman in the street, is not to have a trust to protect their assets from potential problems. Brewer said: “A trust can act as a way of streamlining the process and in transferring assets to benefactors. And don’t forget that assets will have to be named in the trust to make it worthwhile.”

In conclusion, she advised anyone thinking of estate planning to seek guidance from an experienced attorney in that area of law so that all issues can be addressed. “That way, they can be empowered to take action in the knowledge their assets are protected for the long run and will be distributed to the right beneficiaries,” she said.

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Address: 4 Main St Suite 20, Los Altos, CA 94022
Phone: (650) 325-8276
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Leading Divorce Attorney Daryl Weinman founding partner of Weinman & Associates, P.C in Austin, TX outlines red flags in hiding assets in high net worth divorces. For more information please visit https://www.weinmanfamilylaw.com

Austin, TX, United States – January 21, 2022 /MM-REB/ —

Most will have read or heard of celebrity divorce cases in the news reaching toxic levels because of one party hiding assets from their ex-spouse. It could easily happen in similar high-net-worth splits that don’t consume the same press coverage, revealed Daryl Weinman, founding partner of Weinman & Associates, P.C.

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In an interview this week, Weinman of the Austin, TX-based firm said she often encounters cases where a client’s ex tries to hide assets to achieve an unequal split and gain an unfair advantage.

In the court’s eyes, a judge will want to deliver a fair and transparent conclusion for both parties, but if one side chooses to
seek an unfair advantage, that could have consequences for them further down the track.

She said: “Usually, you will find one person has a greater understanding of the couple’s financial affairs and can, in some circumstances, try to influence a settlement that on the whole is more in their favor. This can lead to the other spouse being pressured into an early settlement without legal help, and may well not be suitable.”

Here, Weinman has outlined “red flags” that spouses need to look out for if they believe that not all the assets in a divorce are being fully declared. They should not only seek advice from a skilled divorce attorney but raise these issues as soon as possible before the case gains momentum.

If an ex-spouse becomes aware of large sums of money being withdrawn from accounts, a high degree of spending from their ex on high-net-worth gifts, or if the money is disappearing into other accounts, then this can be construed as being suspicious enough for an attorney to investigate.

Weinman recounted how some ex-spouses, to avoid declaring high-net-worth assets, may transfer property into a child’s or close associate’s name to avoid being taken into account. Suspicious movements of money into a family of friends’ accounts for ‘debts’ that are cleared off but were never known about, or ‘cash gifts’ that occur shortly before or during divorce
proceedings are likely to draw further investigation.

More brazenly, a client locked out of joint accounts due to a change in password or funds being funnelled into other accounts also indicate suspicious activity.

These can revolve around an ex-spouse’s lifestyle bordering on the insolvent and unable to pay for things, such as child allowances. Similarly, they may well try to undervalue their business empire, if they have one, in a bid to reduce a court settlement.

Weinman concluded that someone who suspects foul play or fraud in financial issues should seek their divorce attorney’s guidance as quickly as possible.

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Name: Daryl Weinman
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Address: 8200 N Mopac Expy #230, Austin, TX 78759
Phone: 512-472-4040
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Top estate planning attorney Bobbi Thury and Co-Founder of Legacy Law Firm, P.C. lists five top tips for creating an excellent estate plan. For more information please visit https://www.legacylawfirmpc.com

Sioux Falls, SD, United States – January 21, 2022 /MM-REB/ —

Having a well-defined estate plan on death or incapacitation will go a long way to helping family if and when those moments arise, said Sioux Falls attorney Bobbi L. Thury.

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The Estate Planning Attorney Bobbi L. Thury and co-founder of Legacy Law Firm, P.C., revealed five top tips for creating an excellent estate plan with no room for confusion and a smooth transition of assets to beneficiaries.

Thury said: “The first tip is not to rely on hearsay and ‘helpful advice’ from loved ones and friends. Get professional advice from an Elder Law attorney, a financial professional, a tax professional and an accountant so you can build an estate plan that reflects your needs perfectly.”

They can discuss probate laws as you may find that some assets will not need to go through this process.

Secondly, a good estate plan should be well written and clarify everything you want to accomplish when it comes to protecting your family and distributing your assets. For one, it lessens the potential for confusion on what should go to whom, limits the chances of family fights and potential litigation between warring loved ones, and allows the family to get on with their grieving.

Thury said documents should assert a financial power of attorney for the estate, a healthcare power of attorney if you become ill or injured and can no longer make decisions independently, clear instructions about what treatments you do and do not want if you are unable to speak for yourself, and a last will and testament that names beneficiaries for assets.

“These directions should, if they apply, nominate a guardian to look after children if they are still minors in the eyes of the law. If children are involved, you should consider a trust that holds money for them and what it may be used for, Thury said.”

“Another tip and one often overlooked is digital assets – or the images and documents stored on social media or ‘in the cloud’. Assign all your login names and passwords to a trusted person close to you, so they can gain access and be able to shut down your online presence.”

Thury went on to say that “A plan should be created before you become incapacitated or too sick to do so. “This includes, among many other things, planning for taxes due within nine months of death. Putting money away for that tax day may prevent assets that you wanted to allocate to loved ones from being sold off. These matters should be addressed to an estate planning attorney for clarification.”

Planning can also be beneficial if long-term care needs have to be factored in. Speak to both a financial advisor and elder law attorney to discuss all these options and the little known issue of the Income in Respect of a Decedent, or IRD. Thury said that
“if you die and have income, such as savings bond income and individual retirement account payouts that haven’t been taxed,
your estate will have to foot the bill.”

Finally, keep an estate plan up to date with at least one review a year and keep beneficiaries up to date to prevent potential conflicts after death. “A plan should be reviewed and possibly updated every 3 to 5 years at the very least. Change in life is constant, so keeping up with life, income, family, and legal changes is essential to having a fully effective plan.”

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Address: 7404 Bitterroot Pl, Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Phone: 605-275-5665
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Top Estate Planning Lawyer Rory Clark founder of The Legacy Elder Law Center in Leesburg, VA suggests to take caution when selecting the right probate attorney. For more information please visit https://legacyelderlaw.com

Leesburg, VA, United States – January 21, 2022 /MM-REB/ —

Caution should be the watchword when selecting the right probate attorney, advises Northern Virginia, VA-based estate planning lawyer Rory Clark.

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The founder of The Legacy Elder Law Center rightly suggests choosing an attorney who practices exclusively in estate planning, trust and probate law as they’ll essentially know what they’re doing.

He further advised: “Anyone who is licensed to practice law in the relevant state can act as your legal representative during probate or trust administration. However, it’s essential to choose someone who knows the specifics of probate and trust administration. The practice of law is similar to the practice of medicine; it’s become very specialized.

“You want to know if an attorney has experience in estate planning, trusts and probate law, and this is where they dedicate their time. Because they will be the ones to offer competent legal advice and help navigate a client through the complicated probate and trust administration process.”

When assessing a probate attorney, he advises questioning them closely and whether they are skilled in dealing with issues arising from trust administration and taxes after someone has passed.

Establishing a timeframe to resolve a probate case is also crucial, with Clark adding: “If an attorney is vague and cannot provide an answer, be wary as they might try to drag it out and overcharge you.

“There’s no question probate and trust administrations can be both costly and lengthy. But a competent probate and trust
attorney should be able to give you a timeframe as to how long your case may take having reviewed your estate.”

Understanding a law firm’s communication skills should also be high on the list of must-knows. Clark said: “Communication should be a priority, but some offices might leave questions unanswered for days. The best answer them quickly.”

He added that being aware of how a probate or trust lawyer charges for services will also help in the long run, “It’s important to be up front and direct about fees to ensure you won’t be surprised at a later date. A competent and experienced law firm
will be able to quickly explain to you how much your administration should cost.”

“Establish whether a lawyer charges a flat fee, by the hour, or on a sliding-scale basis. Be sure to ask whether or not there’s the possibility of other fees or costs being tacked on.”

Clark cautions that while an hourly rate might seem like the least expensive way to go, the client is really engaging the lawyer on an open-ended project where the lawyer alone decides how long the project will last. By the same token, flat fees can also be inflated by the lawyer.

Charging an overly-high flat fee is one way lawyers make sure they don’t get stuck in an unprofitable administration. Because there is a customary standard for the cost administering a trust or estate that is based on a sliding scale formula, a great way to make sure you don’t get over-charged is to look for a lawyer who charges based on that same court-accepted, customary sliding scale basis.”

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Address: Market Station, 108 South Street, SE, Suite E, Leesburg, VA 20175
Phone: 703-988-7975
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Top Elder Law and Estate Planning Lawyer Christopher Casey, partner of Casey & Lundregan, P.C., reveals several myths that need exposing regarding how people qualify for institutional Medicaid. For more information please visit https://www.caseylundreganlaw.com

Salem, MA, United States – January 21, 2022 /MM-REB/ —

Most of the US population could be laboring under misconceptions that stop them from legally claiming Medicaid, disclosed Salem, MA-based estate planning and elder law attorney Christopher T. Casey.

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Casey, the founder of Casey & Lundregan, P.C., revealed several myths that needed to be exposed regarding how people qualify for institutional Medicaid.

Common misconceptions include having too many assets that disqualify a person from Medicaid, and those who are denied Medicaid are not eligible if they reapply.

Casey explained: “Paying for elder care, such as nursing home care costs, can quickly drain resources and drastically reduce a person’s quality of life. Medicaid is there to help lift this burden off their shoulders by covering most or all of these costs.”

He pointed out that clients can protect their assets and qualify for Medicaid at the same time. It’s possible to be eligible for Medicaid benefits, but only if they plan for it.

“People also wrongly assume that being rejected for Medicaid is similar to being denied a bank loan, and they can’t reapply.” An application can be denied due to having too many assets, incorrect or missing paperwork or information, or spouse-related issues.

He elaborated: “Those who are thinking of applying for Medicaid should speak to an experienced elder law attorney or estate planning lawyer for guidance. They can use various legal strategies to get an application approved.

“By using these strategies, you can maintain a certain quality of life while continuing to live off any converted assets or income, and give your family peace of mind that your finances are in order.”

He concluded: “If you’re unsure whether you qualify for Medicaid, consult an elder law attorney, so you can get advice on your situation and plan accordingly.”

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Name: Christopher T. Casey
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Organization: Casey & Lundregan, P.C.
Address: 71 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970
Phone: 978-741-3888
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Estate Planning Attorney Dennis Toman founder of The Elderlaw Firm in Greensboro, NC highlights several misconceptions surrounding estate planning. For more information please visit https://www.elderlawfirm.com

Greensboro, NC, United States – January 21, 2022 /MM-REB/ —

Myths surrounding estate planning can cause unnecessary delays, create family rifts and final wishes not being adhered to, specialist Elder Law Attorney Denis Toman revealed this week.

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The founder of The Elderlaw Firm in Greensboro, NC, highlighted several misconceptions surrounding estate planning. These include that estate planning is only for the wealthy, and retirement accounts and insurance policies are not included in wealth portfolios.

By nailing these myths, Toman hopes people will take estate planning more seriously. The goal is to ensure their assets are protected when they pass away or become incapacitated and their wishes are carried out.

He said: “Estate planning is for everyone irrespective of how much money they have in the bank. Unfortunately, many put estate planning on the back burner as they either believe it doesn’t affect them, it’s too early to consider, or they don’t want to contemplate what happens when they die.”

Toman emphasized: “Both life insurance and retirement accounts, such as 401ks and IRAs, which are a vital part of a person’s wealth portfolio, need to be incorporated in any estate plan.”

Once someone has passed away, their assets will be handed to their beneficiaries. There are specific rules regarding beneficiaries and need to be navigated, but failure to do so can have regrettable consequences.

He said that estate planning could also be held hostage to fortune and family, and muddling through DIY-based plans could leave someone worse off. “Where family and money are intertwined, it can become problematic as there’s a misguided belief that trusted loved ones will make the correct decisions about an estate,” Toman said.

“Estate planning has legal structures in place to safeguard a person’s assets and assigned beneficiaries. Without these, their wishes may not be met.”

He advised that “estate planning is not something to do on your own as many assume the process assigns an executor to oversee a will and a trustee to manage a trust.”

The attorney concluded: “A robust plan takes into account many possible life events. Estate planning done right can guarantee you and your family are protected for all eventualities.”

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Name: Dennis Toman
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Organization: The Elderlaw Firm
Address: 403 W Fisher Ave, Greensboro, NC 27401
Phone: 336-378-1122
Website: https://www.elderlawfirm.com

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Leading Estate Planning Lawyer Fred Haiman, founding partner of Haiman Hogue in Frisco, TX outlines errors that can occur when an executor is actively pursuing an estate settlement. For more information please visit https://www.haimanhogue.com

Frisco, TX, United States – January 21, 2022 /MM-REB/ —

First-time executors need to be wary of making mistakes that could come back to haunt them, disclosed estate planning attorney Fred Haiman.

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A founding partner of Haiman Hogue, PLLC, in Frisco, Texas, Haiman outlined the errors that can occur when an executor is actively pursuing an estate settlement. An executor needs to realize that they are now a “fiduciary” and therefore they have duties and obligations that have to be legally followed. Breaching one’s fiduciary duty is a very serious matter which can lead to both civil and criminal problems.

These include showing beneficiary bias, self-dealing, failing to update creditors, being disorganized, drowning in paperwork, and not seeking appropriate legal help and guidance.

Haiman elaborated: “An executor first needs to appreciate what they are getting involved in. Understanding their role and responsibilities is a given if someone is to look after the estate of a deceased person.”

Executors have to file a petition, complete the probate process, establish a deceased person’s overall financial picture, uncover hidden assets, assess creditors’ claims and pay off any bills and fees.

He said executors are advised to adopt a checklist approach to an estate to help them stay on top of tasks and ensure nothing is overlooked.

“Disorganization does no one any favors, least of all the person whose estate you are trying to administer. Don’t cut corners. Moving slowly and cautiously will minimize mistakes you may have to rectify during the process. And keep everyone involved in the process up to date.”

Haiman added: “It is time-consuming and can be upsetting,” but advised executors to admit when they need help and seek guidance from an experienced estate planning attorney, an accountant, and realtors if it involves property administration.

“Professionals are there to serve for the benefit of the estate and work with them. Engaging with licensed professionals and erring on the side of caution will prevent executors from committing mistakes and bring an estate to a satisfactory conclusion.”

He disclosed: “There are court rules and regulations to follow when administering an estate, and these run to tax filings, form filling, and tracking down assets. Rules are there for a reason, and an executor cannot look favorably on a beneficiary over a creditor when balancing the estate’s administration.”

Haiman concluded that even if someone is named an executor, they don’t have to accept the nomination. Trying to do this on their own is the biggest mistake someone can ever make when it comes to this.

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Name: Fred Haiman
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Organization: Haiman Hogue, PLLC
Address: 2595 Dallas Parkway, Ste. 100, Frisco, Texas 75034
Phone: 469- 893-5337
Website: https://www.haimanhogue.com

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Release ID: 89058500