This answer depends on who the beneficiaries of the residuary estate are under the will. However, if the house is specifically bequeathed under...

This depends on the exact language of his parents' will. He cannot change his parents' wishes by a letter. It is important that he has a will so...

What further evidence of expenses is required after the executors have both signed a check and agreed it was for reimbursement ?

This depends on what the expense was used to pay for and how it impacts the bequests of the 5 other beneficiaries. If the reimbursement was agreed...

Can I collect expenses from furnishing an efficiency apartment for the purpose of renting the apartment for rental income.

This depends on the terms of the Last Will to which you were appointed and which beneficiaries the rental income would benefit. An executor is...

I am 25 years old now, my grandmother had guardianship of me when I was younger. I want to petition for my mother. Can i?

Article 81 guardianship is a complex process. Obviously, you need a reason, such as lack of competency or a person in need of a guardian. Your...

The witnesses to the will are the least of the issues. I agree with the answer of yes. However, if your father died 2 weeks after signing and he...

I agree with Mr. Weinman that there is much information provided. Firstly, it unclear who the lawyer represents. If he represents both you and...

Can an executor of an estate obtain bank statements from the deceased when the bank accounts were in trust for someone else?

Yes, the Executor may need to get copies of an ITF account for the estate tax return. The financial institution will not give it to the Executor,...

Does my divorced mother have to sell her house? Her ex-spouse passed away & left his share to the 2 kids from that marriage

It depends on the exact language of the divorce decree. It depends on whether it is binding on his heirs. It sounds as if your mother has a life...

My father has a grave illness that he will not survive.

There are several tax issues which you should discuss with a lawyer. There are also different ways to structure this transaction. Consult a...