According to the AARP, the average cost of probate is between 5-10% of the total value of the estate. The minimum time to administer a probate estate is 6 months, and the average time is 14 months. Through this workshop, we will discuss the complexities of the probate court system. Moreover, attendees will learn the various ways to avoid probate while also
considering the basic estate planning tools. In this workshop you will learn:

• What is probate court?
• Cost of probate court
• Methods to avoid probate
• Last will and testament
• Asset titling
• Beneficiary designations
• Transfer on death / payable on death designations

For more information and registration contact the library at 216-661-4240. The library is located at 2121 Snow Rd, Parma, OH 44134.