Can I file a petition for an accounting of estate myself can the executor sell realestate without offering to the beneficiaries

You really should engage a knowledgeable Orphans' Court attorney to prepare and file the petition on your behalf. There are many "rules of court"...

Are my brother's heirs(children) entitled to his share of my mother's estate?

Mr. Zelinger's answer is right on. You speak of 40 year old wording, but that wording is as common and useful today as it was 40 years ago. ...

When someone receives a financial inheritance in a large amount, how simple is it to find a wealth manager that's reputable?

One of the best ways to find a good financial planner is often by word of mouth. Friends, attorneys and accountants may all be good resources. You...

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My aunt was tricked in to signing a power of attorney paper by my uncle can i over power it for propper care

Revoking the power of attorney is the appropriate action to take. Then your aunt will need to execute a new document. As part of the revocation...

Mother died November 2012. Sister utilizes real estate left to us. Do i settle for time of death value or current assessment ?

You should get the property appraised by a certified real estate appraiser. Tax assessed values are not accurate. You would be entitled to 50% of...

If we have updated wills in PA, with a notary and witnesses, are they legal or do I need a lawyer to see them, too ?

You can prepare your own will and have it be valid in PA without a lawyer, without witnesses and without a notary. That being said, I have to tell...

My husband was told he can live in his grandparents house if he paid the bills.Estate was never finalized dose he have to sell

I will add to the other comments that the estate is going to have to be probated to deal with the house. So although equitable title passed at...

Qualifying for medicare/Medicaid for a nursing home if spent money in last 5 years.

Medicare is not the issue here. Medicaid is. You will not have problem with money she gave to you that you used for her so long as you can prove...

How are a lawyers fees determined? Is it based on the amount of the estate? Is it generally a flat fee or can extra fees apply.

In Pennsylvania you see two different approaches in doing estate administration. One approach is the flat fee approach. There was a case known as...

First, you can contact the Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging if your mother lives in Allegheny County. Their number is (412) 350-4234. They...