How long should it take for an estate to be settles in Va? When are picuniary bequests paid out?

The most important fact you note here is that the house sold in December 2012. That is obviously what held things up. VA has one of the more...

If the decedent died in Berks County, PA see the attached link. Just contact the local register of wills to see if your estate qualifies for small...

Can p.o.a. seL mobile home, truck without consent of father, who is in assisted living?

What does the POA say? It is likely that he has to be deemed incapacitated in order for the POA to be "activated" (we call this a springing power)...

How do I create a trust for my kids?

You need to see an attorney. I am confused however by your statement that you have to have your life insurance payable to your kids with your ex...

My father had no will at death, how do my brother and I obtain his property?

Mr. Frederick is correct. If he survived step mom and is still entitled to a share from that estate the payment would go to his estate. His...

Is it better to sell a house prior to it being necessary to split up the proceeds in probate?

Mr. Brophy is correct, this is a bit more complicated that you might think. Some of the issues involved include: if the gift is too close to death...

How can I get a copy of my fathers will?

I assume that by your question he has passed. If so, and if the will was probated, you should be entitled to a copy of the will from the local...

Who inherits the things IN my uncles home when he dies?

Depends on what the will says about the property - it may be that it says it goes to the nephew's "issue" or it may not and it may go to others...

Can an estate be set up so that the surviving spouse receives stock in ESOP at stepped up basis?

Mr. Pippen is correct.

IRA

Yes.