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What do we need to register/sell a truck in NY that's inherited from a relative who died in CT , with no will?
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Answered on November 15, 2013
If he was a resident of CT and died in CT then he has to have estate administered under CT probate procedures. If it is a small estate there are...
What happens when the personal representative for an estate (without a will) dies BEFORE closing the probate on the estate?
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Answered on November 15, 2013
A replacement needs to be appointed. The portion of the estate going to the surviving spouse still goes to the surviving spouse because she...
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What is the time period for title change? Should this be done by a lawyer?
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Answered on November 15, 2013
Not really sure what any of the facts are so can't answer this without more detail. If there is a trust the document should at least guide the...
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Can I receive a lump sum of money from a deceased parent while on SSDI?
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Answered on November 15, 2013
As was mentioned - SSDI or state equaivalent won't be affected but needs-based such as SSI will be. Speak to an attorney about both the benefits...
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When does an executor have to sell treasury bonds? Should they wait until final distribution and accounting? Is the income from
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Answered on November 14, 2013
Why do you think they "have to" sell them? That decision may have been unwise. If you feel there is a problem and you are a beneficiary you have...
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In the state of MA does my husband need to file his will leaving me the housse and his truck and bank accounts
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Answered on November 14, 2013
The will is not "filed" until after he passes. The will will only control probate assets (assets in his name alone), so if the house is joint with...
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I am responsible for a trust which involves 5 people to be divided equally. I have the house up for sale
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Answered on November 14, 2013
This is one of those very subjective situations. Assuming you list the property and do all reasonable things to market it, the siblings can't make...
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Amendment to will
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Answered on November 14, 2013
Firstly, I would suggest that you hire an attorney. If the will is simple it really should not cost too much. However a lawyer will also help you...
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Do we have to appear before a judge to get guardianship of our 10 year old grandson?
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Answered on November 14, 2013
Certainly. Hire an attorney to assist you so you get through the process smoothly.
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I am successor trustee of late mother's revoc living trust. Application for new tax ID # requests grantor name. Who is grantor?
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Answered on November 13, 2013
The grantor is the creator of the trust - your late mother. Seek attorney advice.