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Check from sale of manufactured home made out to deceased father.

Steven's answer | Answered on April 14, 2015

If the estate is in Delaware you should consult with a DE probate attorney. You very likely will have to take the Letters Testamentary (document...

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My dads cousin left no will. I have a notarized letter with a raised seal stating that the house goes to my father.

Steven's answer | Answered on April 14, 2015

Depending on what is in the letter it could be considered a handwritten (holographic) will...it really depends. You need to visit with a lawyer to...

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How many years of prior tax returns am I responsible for when paying taxes for a deceased person who's estate is in probate?

Steven's answer | Answered on April 13, 2015

If the debts existed at the time of the person's death they are debts of the estate. I would request income tax return and account transcript...

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What is the easiest and least expensive way to create a will?

Steven's answer | Answered on April 13, 2015

I understand when someone is fee conscious, I really do, but if you have a child this could be one of the most important financial decisions you...

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How many people can I name in my will as guardian of my children to act at the same time?

Steven's answer | Answered on April 13, 2015

You can. I often counsel my clients to make sure either the language in the will says what happens if the married couple (for example) is no...

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After having my father's driver's license revoked by my sister can she Declare him incompetent

Steven's answer | Answered on April 12, 2015

She cannot. A doctor can recommend his license be revoked and a court (judge) can decide if he is legally competent. If you suspect elder abuse...

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Surrendered a home 5years ago, just received a letter of mortgage forgiveness. Am I responsible for the taxes on that mortgage

Steven's answer | Answered on April 12, 2015

See a CPA right away. If you were insolvent for federal tax purposes you may be able to reduce or eliminate the discharged debt income.

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Tax returns handed out to third party from my tax return company.

Steven's answer | Answered on April 12, 2015

I would contact the IRS Taxpayer Advocate as well as the local better business bureau.

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What tax papper do i fill out,i just got credit card remove

Steven's answer | Answered on April 12, 2015

Form 982, and Publication 4681. I am guessing you have discharged debt income and are trying to show insolvency? Do yourself a favor and work...

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Which jurisdiction If action to be taken against a Trustee?

Steven's answer | Answered on April 11, 2015

The trust will state the jurisdiction - often that is where the grantor lived when the trust was created.

Steven M Zelinger's Answers (9236)

Check from sale of manufactured home made out to deceased father.

My dads cousin left no will. I have a notarized letter with a raised seal stating that the house goes to my father.

How many years of prior tax returns am I responsible for when paying taxes for a deceased person who's estate is in probate?

What is the easiest and least expensive way to create a will?

How many people can I name in my will as guardian of my children to act at the same time?

After having my father's driver's license revoked by my sister can she Declare him incompetent

Surrendered a home 5years ago, just received a letter of mortgage forgiveness. Am I responsible for the taxes on that mortgage

Tax returns handed out to third party from my tax return company.

What tax papper do i fill out,i just got credit card remove

Which jurisdiction If action to be taken against a Trustee?