It is not uncommon to wait at least several months, if not longer, before making distributions. The person handling the estate has to very sure any...

I've just filed my 2014 taxes and have a refund.Can the irs withold this for a previous year paying monthly?

If you read the fine print on your installment agreement this is almost certainly indicated as something will do (apply any refund to past due taxes).

For federal income tax purposes, are estate Executors considered to be Self-Employed?

No, but executor's commissions are treated as regular income.

There are discrepancies in the execution of my fathers will. Where should I choose a lawyer from?

I would be much more concerned with finding a lawyer you like and trust and who you feel comfortable working with. I assure you there are estates...

Estate without will

With the caveat that oftentimes assets pass outside of probate, there would have to be a legal representative appointed (executor, personal...

What's the state of North Carolina can collect money for overpayment that is not related to taxes but to retirement system

I'm not exactly clear what the situation is from your description (are you worried this will happen or it already has happened?)...many states have...

This sounds like a bad idea on its face, so your attorney should be advised about why you wish to do so.

Questioning our stepmothers will or living trust

It sounds like you may have some decent arguments, but I don't think you will get anywhere without a lawyer. I also think you may have issues with...

Under what circumstances are the beneficiaries of an estate not responsible for the estate's debts?

Beneficiaries are not personally responsible for debts of the estate. However debts of the estate must be paid before beneficiaries see their...

I'm a beneficiary of a will. I wont be getting my portion of the will.

As a beneficiary of a will and /or trust you are entitled to the information you seek - the documents which you seek would be the trust and the...