I am a Ct. resident with Real prop in NYC.

Real property owned in your name in NY is subject to NY estate tax. You should speak to a CT attorney about ramifications in CT. You can also...

Does a will need to be made for life insurance beneficiary?

Beneficiary designations take priority over anything in the will unless the beneficiary predeceased and there is no contingent beneficiary listed....

After the parent passes away, what is the best way to change the title on a house to 3 adult children if there is no will ?

Based on the different percentages, one option is to transfer the property, as distributees who are owners by operation of law, into a trust with...

I don't understand language in my will.

Its a commonly used clause in one of the spouse's wills to basically say that if you die at the same time, its presumed that you died first so that...

How do I open an account for a check made out to the estate of my husband?

I am sorry to hear about your loss. Depending on the size of the check, you may be able to offer a 1310 affidavit to them and just collect the...

I am deeding my house to my children and reserving a life estate. House is worth $400,000 but I only paid $50,000.

I concur with attorney Brophy in that a trust may accomplish your goals better than a life estate. A properly drafted trust will 1. Not require...

Should I do a deed in lieu for a home left in a living trust?

You may have other options which will allow you to keep any of the equity in the home. You should speak to an attorney before...

Can I have access to my late mom's joint bank acct?

As other attorneys correctly noted,joint accounts pass outside of probate and you don't have to wait to withdraw the funds. Sincerely, Roman...

How do i look for a best attorney to do the deed transferring and guardianship?

Avvo is a great place to look. Sincerely, Roman Aminov, Esq. Law Offices of Roman Aminov Estate Planning - Elder Law - Probate - Real...

If your father is still living there, medicaid can place a lien on the home. However, if your father passes away while your mother is in...