Sole heir to mothers estate in NC. Property owned by her is worth estimated $20000. Outstanding debt is $11000.
Great answers here--yes, you should follow your attorney's advice and pay the estate debts. Now, its ok to negotiate those debts down.
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Great answers here--yes, you should follow your attorney's advice and pay the estate debts. Now, its ok to negotiate those debts down.
A Notice of Disagreement is often filed without supporting evidence--it just puts VA on notice that you disagree with their decision. You can file...
Start w/ a consult w/ a local elder law attorney--that'll be the guide for follow-on efforts.
The issue is not SSI, but Medicaid. GA can go after a home for Medicaid recovery purposes once the Medicaid recipient passes. The state will...
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A legal concept known as "lateral support" governs this situation. If the neighbor is not cooperative with you, then hire a real estate attorney...
Paula said it exactly right--listen to her.
repeat posting--please see my response to the other posting.
There are procedures to be followed for this circumstance. Get a consult w/ a local estate attorney who can advise you accordingly--do it right up...
Listen to Mr. Cassara--he has it exactly right. A MEB/PEB sounds like its in order.
The executor will need authority to make the transfer of the estate assets into the trust--probate is in order.