Which assets are considered to be probate assets and which assets are considered to be non-probate?

When she files, you will receive a notice from the probate court. You can then go to the probate court and ask for a copy of the petition to find...

Will I have to pay taxes on a $10,000 check issued by bank of deceased mother's account?

The check should have been sent to you, but it should NOT have been made payable to you. It should have been made payable to your mother's estate....

Who do I need to see to resolve?

As always, Ms DiSalvo's answer is comprehensive and to the point. Sometimes just a letter from an attorney can shake loose the information without...

My nephew, niece was murdered in 2009 and he just got a letter from a bank, saying that the money in bank would go to state

If there was no will and the amount in the account is less than $10,000, the kids may be able to get the funds distributed to them without having...

The estate may not have had to file an income tax return for 2013. If an income tax return is going to be filed for the estate for 2014, which is...

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First of all, I assume you are a beneficiary under the will. If you are, and the assets of the estate are financial, two and a half years is a very...

The short answer is yes, you can resign. However, you will be personally liable for the actions you took as Executor. I am concerned about your...

Will my grandmother's Will be followed if she dies before receiving inheritance?

Responding to your follow-up comment, if he had no will, spouse or children and your grandmother is one of three siblings, her one-third would go...

How much time do I have to contest a will.

If your mother died in Georgia, you will have ten days from the day you are served by the probate court with a copy of the petition and the will to...

My mother died intestate and i am the only heir.

As with many such questions, what you should do depends on what your plans are for the future. If you just want to get the house in your name and...