[WSBAPT] Use of LOPAs in lieu of probates

[Candace Wilkerson]

It makes sense.  Thanks for your thoughts; I'll keep them in mind, since usually I do recommend the LOPA myself.  I haven't seen any title issues when I've used it, but I need to remember that they can arise.

Candace

From: wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com <wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com> On Behalf Of Mike Winslow
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Subject: [WSBAPT] Use of LOPAs in lieu of probates

I should point out that even though I use LOPAs to address title to real estate following a death of a parent and skip probates from time to time, I have modified my position on using LOPA in the past year. I used to recommend them routinely. Now I recommend them if the family is going to sell immediately, because one will quickly find out whether a title company will insure. If clients intend to hold property, then I recommend a probate, because for sure there is a deed and likelihood of insurable title in the future.

As I see it, the need to commence a probate (avoiding the lost or destroyed will issue) should be determined early. An immediate sale and determination that a title company will insure now is what drives my recommendations to clients.

Michael A. Winslow
1204 Cleveland Ave.
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Ph. 360-336-3321
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