You can purchase your parent's home upon their death. You indicate that the Will provides that the home be sold and the proceeds distributed among...

Will probated - only house remains in PA estate. Not happy with my lawyer. Do I need one now - not selling house for a while?

As Executrix, you want to make the distributions in accordance with the Will. If the real estate was left to several beneficiaries then you should...

There are a number of complexities involved in setting up an irrevocable trust. Your father's intent has to be determined and his overall estate...

How do i get an affidavit proving i was the caregiver to my mother without a will?

Yes, you do need to elaborate on your questions as noted by the previous attorney. Assuming your mother has past, was she living with you at the...

I agree with the prior attorney's response to your inquiry. Also, your sister may want to consider whether it is in her best interest, from a tax...

Is an annuity with death benefit and named beneficiary subject to orphan's court jurisdiction?

I agree with the prior attorney. Probate assets do not cover assets that provide for beneficiary designation as well as jointly owned assets and...

Inheritance taxes in Pennsylvania

It is important that inheritance taxes are paid timely. If the inheritance tax is not paid before the date it becomes delinquent, interest on the...

Question on administrator's timeline requirements in PA

Based upon your question, some things have been done. Did the other beneficiaries agree to the appointment of your brother? Were renunciations...

The Power of Attorney gvies the agent very broad powers to handle property (including bank accounts) which includes the power to transfer the...

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Is there a legal situation when the executor of an estate using the funds in the estate account before finalization.

I also agree with the prior attorney's response. The Executor can not treat the funds in the estate account as his or her own monies. This is in...