Why is the attorney saying probate can not close unless my husband refinances the home in probate

I agree with your attorney. The bank was being very cooperative to allow the heirs to assume the mortgage. Without the other beneficaries...

Yes a trust can bethe beneficiary. However you state your late step mother was named the beneficiary of the asset. Therefore her heirs would take...

Can I as Personal Representative put the I.R.A. account into an Estate Account?

I agree with Mr Franks. I don't understand what you mean by putting the IRA in the will. IRAs pass by beneficiary designations unless the estate...

Can I form a revocable Trust and name as beneficiary an irrevocable trust ? Therefore in my revocable trust would be written

Unless you want another trust to be the beneficiary there is no need for another trust. Your revocable trust becomes irrevocable upon your...

How do I transfer my grandmothers burial plot into my name, she was cremated and the property in her name?

If you post this for California attorneys you may get someone that will assist you.

Who would have claim to the patent rights if they are not designated in the will?

Patent rights are an asset of the estate like another asset. If they were not specifically given to someone in the will they would pass as part of...

I am renting a house from a friend. When she dies I will inherit the house. Do I just keep paying the bank?

I agree with Mr. Hemingway. The best option is to make sure the will provides for funds to pay the mortgage. If the will does not provide funds...

What is our next step to resolve lack of communication from our lawyer?

If he has been hired by you you could have a malpractice claim against him if he causes you to miss any deadlines. Put all correspondence in...

Do I need an attorney

I agree with Mr. Lewis if you are in the house you should be paying rent. If you are paying more than reasonable rent the extra should be treated...

Can i sue my uncle?

While you may not have an action against your uncle you or Social Security may be able to bring theft charges against him.