How do I handle my deceased son's estate?

I am so sorry for your loss. Thank goodness you are there to care for your granddaughter. Assuming your son was not married at the time of his...

Please be very careful here. Before doing anything, retain an experienced estate planning attorney who can review the documents and determine your...

My other left a will to sell her home and split it equally between my 2 sisters and I. the house sold how long b4 i get my $

Your sister will still need to complete other aspects of the estate administration, including possibly paying bills, filing the estate tax return,...

My father died in1986 left a will leaving my sister as an executrix however she never probated the will. what can be done?

Unfortunately, more information is needed: a) was your father a resident of California when he died? b) is the only asset remaining in your...

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Attorney Wills is correct. There is reciprocity between states. Thus, if a New York will was executed properly under that state's laws, it will...

How do I secure my inheritence?

If you have a copy of the living trust agreement, please bring it to an experienced estate attorney so that he or she can review this document. ...

Power of attorney responsibilities and concerns

Attorney Frederick is correct. Provided that you act diligently, do everything for the principal's best interests and keep good records, you will...

I have power of attorney for my aunt that was issued in the state of nj. She now lives in Ms. is it transferrable to ms

Attorney Frederick is correct. A power of attorney prepared under the laws of one state is typically good in another, except sometimes when it...

Do I have to move and can I legally change the locks while I am living there?

Attorney Frederick is correct. At some point, a fiduciary will be appointed to take over the management of the deceased owner's estate. He or she...

Does a home covered by a beneficiary deed need to also be in the will in AZ?

I agree with Attorney Frederick. A nice touch in the will is to state, "I have left my home in Payson via a beneficiary designation to my son,...