MSU Extension: MontGuide Helps Families Navigate the Often-Overwhelming Process of Settling an Estate

The death of a loved one not only brings emotional strain, but it also creates a long list of legal and financial responsibilities that must be handled in the days, weeks, and months that follow. A revised MontGuide from Montana State University Extension is helping families better understand what needs to be done—and when—during the estate settlement process.

The publication, Settling an Estate: What Do I Need to Know? is designed to guide survivors through the process step by step, helping reduce confusion during an already difficult time. Many people assume that if a loved one has a will or...