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Can an elderly father gift significant property or cash to a son prior to death to avoid probate on these assets?
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Answered on September 19, 2018
I agree with with Ms. Blair - a person can make any gifts they like as a general rule. This doesn't always avoid taxation of the gift however (both...
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I know heirs need to sign renunciations. Do potential heirs also need to sign renunciations in Pennsylvania?
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Answered on September 19, 2018
I agree with Ms. Blair - it is not clear exactly from your question how many surviving siblings and predeceased siblings leaving children (if any)...
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My fathers will was created in the State of Iowa. He now lives in PA. He named my two brothers and I as executors, jointly.
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Answered on September 19, 2018
I would have to review the will - it sounds as though PA law would apply.
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How to change deed to parent’s house to my name after their death if I am still occupying the home?
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Answered on September 19, 2018
It certainly sounds like you need to open the estate for your father (at least). The level of difficulty in handling this can vary depending on the...
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My sister isn't giving me my half of the family jewels that was said in the will to have. How do I approach this? She isn't spea
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Answered on September 19, 2018
These personal property disputes in estates are usually a real pain, to be honest. You may need to hire an attorney to assist you in obtaining an...
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How can I get my college money from my aunt (she is the executor of my grandfathers will)?
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Answered on September 19, 2018
Yes, there is certainly legal action you can take against a non-responsive trustee. You should see a lawyer who specializes in trust administration...
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Beneficiary wants to sue trust over a car that was ordered to be sold in the will, can they do that?
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Answered on September 19, 2018
I suppose they could - but if they are the only beneficiary and it has to effect on anyone why not pass it to them in kind as they wish? They can...
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My mom just pasted last week, my dad pasted ten years ago deed still in their names and one sibling what happens to other siblin
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Answered on September 17, 2018
Agree with the other lawyers. You would have to know the exact wording of the deed to determine what happens. I handle estates in Phialdelphia all...
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Is It required by law in the state of Arksnsas for beneficiaries to be given a copy of the trust?
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Answered on September 16, 2018
More than likely the answer would depend - you should also consult a local lawyer to know for sure. Is your father alive and is the trust...
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What is the best way for a surviving spouse and her future beneficiaries to own residential rental real estate assets?
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Answered on September 08, 2018
If the wife doesn't want or need to give the property to the children while she is alive why would you need to sell now? If the income supports the...
