7 Tips to Simplify Estate Cleanouts
More often than not, clearing out an estate is completed after the death of a friend or loved one. It’s an emotional and stressful time, and the last thing you want is for the cleanout process to add stress. Unfortunately, this happens all too often.
While there is no way to make the pain of losing someone magically disappears, there are a few ways to make the estate cleanout process simpler.
1. Read Estate Papers
The best first step to take is to read through any wills and estate planning paperwork left behind. These will typically include information on where the departed wishes for specific items to go, whether that is a family member, a charity, or another entity.
By reading the paperwork first, you can ensure that those items go to the designated place. Not only does this help fulfill your loved one’s wishes, but it also takes some