Owner of house dies with no will in SYN

I'm not entirely clear from the description who is related to whom: if mom/daughter own the property as joint tenants with right of survivorship...

I am durable power of attorney - but I do not want to do this - how do i change it to someone else

Most powers of attorney indicate in the document how the agent can resign. This usually entails delivering written notice to the parties involved...

It would appear that they are doing the prudent thing as your parents, which is not giving a cash inheritance to a minor who does not have the...

Me and my brothers are beneficiaries of a testamentary trust. On the signature page it shows /S/ where the signatures should be.

I would not be so worried. The prior answer was very good in explaining the type of trust you probably have and why you received what you did. ...

If you are a multi - millionaire and you live in CA , is a revocable living trust still needed vs some other trust ?

I agree that he needs an attorney and should probably review his estate plan and goals with a few before making a decision. There are many...

Prior to death, Mother put real estate and money in joint accounts with my sister.

I agree that it may be challenged, but the facts and evidence make all the difference.

How do I get a trustee out that's not suppose to be the trustee, without attacking the trust?

You need to hire an attorney. The no-contest provision usually pertains to what the beneficiaries receive and if they are/are not happy with it. ...

I agree with Mr. Frederick that his explanation is the most likely. The fact that you say "1/2" of the estate however gives me pause because...

Can the Trustee and the Beneficiary be the same person on a trust in California?

To answer your question, in a general sense it is fine. Given a particular set of circumstances it may or may not be the best choice.

Why would my lawyer get us the heirs to sign a waiver for my aunt to be administrator ?

If it is a waiver as to your right to be administrator you are saying that, even though I am favored by the law to be administrator (child is a...