Questions answered by Steven J. Fromm

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My husband died and left a will where I get nothing. How do I protect my rights?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

Most states have what is called a statutory forced share for surviving spouses that allows them to take a percentage of the estate if the deceased...

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How do i get my money for the land my mother left me

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

If you and he are agreeable and reduce your agreement to a binding contract and he pays you then he will own 2/3 of the property and you will be...

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I'm helping a friend that was to be the main recipient of his mothers estate. It is my belief that my friend is being cheated.

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

I think you have answered your own questions. Yes, you need to immediately retain an estates/probate lawyer and you do need to establish a comfort...

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My cousin died & left my mom as the bene but she died earlier this year - what happens to the $ now?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

If the insurance proceeds were payable to your mom, then her estate has the right to these proceeds and should be payable to her estate. The...

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My father passed away & left no will and has no estate. He co-signer on my sister's car. How can she be change to the sole owner

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

Your facts are unclear in that if dad and sis were co-signers then it could be that the title was joint. If so you may only need a death...

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How can I get my Trust items?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

You need to immediately retain an estates attorney to assist you since normal discussions have been and continue to be fruitless. Do not wait...

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As an Executor, Am I responsible for deceased parent's mortgage?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

Eventually, the lender will foreclose on the property. At that time, you will have to vacate the premises. If you did not sign the mortgage, you...

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Is it legal for a personal representative of an estate in probate to move into the estate house without any approval?

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

You need to immediately retain an estates/probate lawyer to have her removed as the personal representative and from the residence and to protect...

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I'm an Heir and I'm being bullied by my Brother's

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

You need to retain an estates attorney to assist you in getting him to do what he is supposed to do and if he does not have the attorney bring an...

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Codicil to Will

Steven's answer | Answered on September 30, 2010

If your wills are simple, you should not do a codicil but new wills. The cost should not be that different especially if you are not making major...

Steven J. Fromm's Answers (9012)

My husband died and left a will where I get nothing. How do I protect my rights?

How do i get my money for the land my mother left me

I'm helping a friend that was to be the main recipient of his mothers estate. It is my belief that my friend is being cheated.

My cousin died & left my mom as the bene but she died earlier this year - what happens to the $ now?

My father passed away & left no will and has no estate. He co-signer on my sister's car. How can she be change to the sole owner

How can I get my Trust items?

As an Executor, Am I responsible for deceased parent's mortgage?

Is it legal for a personal representative of an estate in probate to move into the estate house without any approval?

I'm an Heir and I'm being bullied by my Brother's

Codicil to Will