What You Need To Know About Probate
Thu Feb 05 2026
Probate is often talked about as if it’s something to fear or avoid at all costs. But what does it actually mean and what really happens when an estate goes through probate?
This week, I break down probate in plain language. We talk about when probate is required, when it isn’t, how it connects (and doesn’t connect) to taxes, and why so many executors are caught off guard by what the role actually involves.
This isn’t a technical or legal walkthrough. It’s a practical conversation about authority, timing, cash flow, and the real-life decisions executors end up facing once the paperwork begins.
If you’ve been named executor, are thinking about who you might name, or just want a clearer understanding of what happens after death, this episode will help put the pieces together.
You can read the full companion article here.Disclaimer: This content is for general information only and is not legal, financial, medical, or tax advice.
#probate #estateplanning #executorlife #canadianpodcast#nexsteps
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Probate is often talked about as if it’s something to fear or avoid at all costs. But what does it actually mean and what really happens when an estate goes through probate? This week, I break down probate in plain language. We talk about when probate is required, when it isn’t, how it connects (and doesn’t connect) to taxes, and why so many executors are caught off guard by what the role actually involves. This isn’t a technical or legal walkthrough. It’s a practical conversation about authority, timing, cash flow, and the real-life decisions executors end up facing once the paperwork begins. If you’ve been named executor, are thinking about who you might name, or just want a clearer understanding of what happens after death, this episode will help put the pieces together. You can read the full companion article here.Disclaimer: This content is for general information only and is not legal, financial, medical, or tax advice. #probate #estateplanning #executorlife #canadianpodcast#nexsteps