And now for a South Carolina perspective ........ I agree with my colleagues' answers. The terms of the trust control when the funds should be...

Highly recommend you consult an attorney before executing a disclaimer. A disclaimer sounds simple, but the effect of a disclaimer can be very...

What are the executor's responsibilities as to providing periodic reports to the beneficiaries (values & costs)?

And now for a South Carolina point of view. If the decedent resided in South Carolina and the estate is open in South Carolina, it would be South...

In NYS what is the legal definition of estate's real estate distribution?

This question just has "self-represented legal research" written all over it. My colleague is correct in that the executor can do an executor's...

How do I complete paperwork to close my dad's estate

If you don't understand the process, you should hire an attorney. Mistakes can be costly. Use the Find A Lawyer link above to start looking and...

How much would an attorney cost?

It depends on the complexity of the estate. It could be relatively inexpensive, or it could be quite expensive. You're best bet would be to talk to...

Is this legal?

Well, I am not a criminal lawyer, but I doubt you are going to get a reliable answer to this very specific question on Avvo, which potentially...

My own personal opinion is that it should not be listed on the Inventory because it is not a probate asset under the jurisdiction of the...

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I'll give you the answer I always give to this question. If your car breaks down, would you call up a car repair shop and ask "hey how much to fix...

What is the quickest and cheapest way to change the deed into my name?

You will need to probate the Last Will. Depending on how your parents owned the property, you may have to administer both of their estates or just...