Can a power of attorney sell a home when the principal does not want it sold? Would they need to revoke the POA to stop it??
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Answered on September 09, 2022
As there are joint owners, and both alive, both POAs would have to agree to sale. As you do not, as sale cannot happen. Will only matters at...
Do I have the right to sell the shares of the co-op apartment I am living in?
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Answered on September 07, 2022
No. Transferring a co-op requires full letters. It is treated like real estate. Voluntary letters are not sufficient. You need to file a...
My husband and I have been married for 10 years. He and his ex wife had a will. Is that will still valid during this marriage?
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Answered on September 01, 2022
The divorce, in NY law, voids any provisions for the ex-spouse. However, revoking a will takes nothing more than tearing it up. You would save a...
A friend in Manhattan has revised her will. She said banks canNOT notarize wills and told to see an atty. I am a notary. Can I?
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Answered on August 30, 2022
You can notarize. Banks do not do it because in addition to notarizing, there is an execution ceremony process that must occur by statute, and...
Can I lose my Affordable Senior Housing if I get an inheritance?
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Answered on August 28, 2022
The numbers will determine your jeopardy. But, inheritances count as assets. If large enough, there are trusts, etc., you can use to "hide" it.
My sister and I inherited my moms house 50/50 we are both co executive I lived with mom and now she wants to move her son in?
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Answered on August 26, 2022
If you are both co-owners of the house, you have an equal right to possession. Thus, the answer is yes, she can do it.
Can a trustee of family trust sign a document through a POA?
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Answered on August 26, 2022
Unless allowed by the terms of the trust, a fiduciary like a trustee cannot give a POA for fiduciary powers.
Where do I got from here?
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Answered on August 25, 2022
Something is not right. If you are sure you are a beneficiary, unless someone is challenging that determination, they should just pay you. A...
My father died intestate. Do I have to file paperwork or can I handle it unofficially?
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Answered on August 25, 2022
You can proceed as indicated. You can do a small estate for the bank account or just walk away from everything.
Can a husband buy a home in his name if his wife files for bankruptcy?
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Answered on August 25, 2022
For this issue, it does not matter when you file. Probably a little better to file before.