Many times credit unions will not open Estate accounts. There are banks that will though. You shouold consult a probate attorney to answer this...

What is the difference an only child will receive through an intestacy and an estate/trust?

Intestate means the person that passed away did not have a Will. Under the intestate statute the decedent's spouse and children receive assets in a...

Does a parent have to include you in their estate in order for you to receive their money?

The first question I have is is there a Will? if so And if all of your parent's assets pass through their estate and not directly to the...

Which form will I need to assist my elderly father.

If your father is able to sign a Durable Power of Attorney then he should do that. However it sounds like he is not from your question. I would...

Elderly mom in hosp, deemed incompetent, 3 weeks later signed a paper giving temp guardianship of neice, is it legal?

I would suggest you contact an elder law/guardianship attorney in your area to discuss this. Only a Court can appoint a guardian, but the attorney...

Does the trustee of a revocable trust have to file the trust with the courts when someone dies?

In Florida the trust would not be filed with the Court. However, if you are a beneficiary you have a right to demand a copy of it from the trustee....

Is it better to have my mother transfer ownership of her home in a quitclaim deed or to "sell" it to us for a low amount?

You should contact an estate planning attorney before having her execute any deeds to her homested property as that can have negative consequences...

Am I legally my 60 year old aunts caregiver because she lives in the same house as I do?

I agree with the other attorney. There are several facts missing. What you need to do is to contact an elder law attorney who can advise you as to...

Mother in nursing home - financial question

I would suggest you go immediately to an elder law attorney the specializes in Medicaid planning. They are best suited to answer your questions and...

My brother is 70yr old and never been married. he has alzheimers and no place to live and no guardian.what next?

You need to make an appointment with an Elder Law attorney in his area to advise you. Under Florida Law, if he lived here, you would do a...