How long after all assets are liquidated should it take the lawyer to finalize distribution in PA?

Definitely agree with the others here about waiting until the assessment is received on the inheritance tax. It is always nice to finish out an...

I would not sign ANYTHING without seeing an accounting - at least an informal account. An informal account is complete but is not filed with the...

What can be done if my parents estate needs to be reopened & I have no idea where my brother is?

I agree with the other posters that you should consult an attorney. However, you may be able to do this in an easier way. A Family Settlement...

No. These distributions are income tax free. However, to the extent that the estate itself earned income during the tax year in question, these...

Are named recipient(s) in the will (nephews) responsible to also pay an inheritance tax in PA? can this be deferred?

Inheritance tax in PA is due at the date of the decedent's death and becomes delinquent 9 months after this date at which time interest starts to...

Do I have to name a particular funeral home when I open an irrevocable burial account?

This is the bank's policy. Unfortunately there is no uniformity regarding these accounts. Some banks require the participation of a funeral...

I think that the estate recovery issues have been addressed. Life insurance is not subect to estate recovery. However, if the insurance was not...

The house does not have to be sold. Assisted living is a private arrangement not covered by medical assistance in PA as yet. For medical...

Parent dies intestate, has house full of nice stuff but no real cash assets or real estate - nothing to claim. Who gets what?

Since your father was not married, then your brother and any other issue of your father would share equally in the estate. You mentioned he was...

The Official Assessment Notice is what you are looking for from the Dept of Revenue. This is usually out to the Executor in a couple of months at...