When does an estate have to go through probate? How much does the estate have to be worth?

There is no particular threshold amount that requires an estate be probated. It is a function of the type of assets owned by the decedent at the...

My husband died intestate with adult children from a previous marriage. Are they entitled to anything?

As Mr. Frederick suggests, if the title to the house was held as tenants by the entireties, common among married couples, then you became the sole...

My husband died and the house and land are in his name only. we built and moved into the house when we got married 8 yrs ago.

Unfortunately, the property does not automatically become yours. There is a process you must follow. The exact process will depend upon a number...

Pa inheritance tax

Mr. Whalen offers very good advice. The estimate inheritance tax payment, due within 90 days of date of death, is paid to the "Register of Wills,...

Pa inheritance tax

If there is a will, you need to carefully read the will and see if there is a tax clause in the will. The tax clause may, as many do, provide...

Will the state of Pennsylvania take the home of someone who medicaid took care of in a nursing home?

As part of the process of administering your mother-in-law's estate, the executor will contact the appropriate office to determine the amount of...

Can the government rescind cash gifts given to children by their parents.

What you are referring to is the five (5) year look back period for Medicaid. Any gifts made within five (5) years of applying for Medicaid...

Is there a clause in the Will that deals with the payment of inheritance taxes? If so, what does it provide? If there are non-probate assets that...

Mother passed away in November. Step-father of 6 years will not let me in the house to get pictures and personal belongings.

Please accept my condolences on your loss. If your mother had no will, then your step-father can not be an Executor. He may have been appointed...

My mother passed and she owned her house outright . She owed credit card companies can i settle with them i don't want to sell

Unfortunately you have not really supplied enough information to answer the question. Since your mother passed away without a Will, the...