It sounds to me like the prior attorneys, all fine and experienced, are correct and that you will receive $400, but I would also advise either...

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2011 tax law capital gains

I believe you are the same poster who posted on a travel expense question. You should hire a CPA to assist you. Captial gains tax is still in...

Are travel expenses for a job interview tax deductable?

Check IRS Publication...

Mom wants to quitclaim home to me when I move in with her. Bank suggested joint re-fi, but worried about taxes for both of us?

I am unclear as to what taxes you are concerned about. Most jurisdictions do not have a realty transfer tax on transactions that are not for fair...

Is it possible to ask and get an advance from a Trust?

Yes, in many cases it is. This is dependent on what is liquid and other obligations of the estate/trust. If you take an advance you will very...

This depends on the language used and if specific names were mentioned. If the will says $5,000 each to each grandchild that's probably clearly...

Can a copy from attorneys office be probated and followed through.

I am not licensed in TX but I believe the following answer to be true in most jurisdictions. If you are in fact the legal guardians of the child...

Do I have the right to see my grandparent's trust (they passed away in 09)?

I would say that based on the fact you present you were given incorrect information. IF IN FACT you are a beneficiary of the trust you are entitled...

Two executors. Shared fees?

I am not familiar with particulars in VT, but in NJ where there are multiple executors there is a formula to determine the fee and the total fee is...

This is highly dependent on a number of issues so this question can't really be answered without referring to state law and the situation. As a...