Can a person decline to be a beneficiary in a will? If so, who will their portion go to then?

As Attorney Smeltzer said, this is known as a Disclaimer. The bequest given to your brother's son would pass as if he had predeceased your mother....

My father remarried a few years ago. He inherits in my will. If he dies before me, will his new wife inherit his share?

As Attorney Watling said, whether your father's wife inherits depends on what your Will directs. Generally, every Will has a provision dictating...

Can my Mom and stepdad keep their home.

I agree 100% with Attorney Taylor - consult with an elder law attorney in your state about the best way to protect the home. In Massachusetts,...

Before i have to put my mother in to a elderly care facility can she make a one time gift of monies to one of her children

If your mother plans to apply for Medicaid within 5 years from the date of the gift, the answer is no. The gift would be considered a disqualifying...

Do I need estate/will attorney?

I agree with Attorney Fink: you should find an attorney to help protect both your father and yourself. Check with the local Council on Aging to see...

My mom died and had no will, she had 98k of debt. She did a quit claim deed on property 6months prior. Do I needto go to probate

I'm a little confused by the question. When a house is transferred, the bank holding the mortgage should be paid in full. This is the "due on sale"...

Trustee breaking the rules of the trust.

It may be that your Aunt has arranged for a deferment on paying the taxes. If so, the town will wait until the property is sold for payment of the...

Has a new tax law for 2011 been passed for inheritance taxes

No, no changes yet. Congress tabled discussion on several bills that address the estate tax issue until after the midterm elections. Hopefully,...

Sorry about the typo. I meant to type: I am not licensed in WA

I am not licensed in VA, but generally speaking, the check should be made payable to "The Estate of Jane Doe." That check can then be deposited...