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My brother is on ssi hes 51 when my father passes he stands to inherit an IRA will this disqualify him
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Answered on April 12, 2017
This can be problematic, but can be resolved so it is not lost. Unfortunately this can be expensive to resolve through court orders. It would be...
My wife and her sister inherited their mothers house. What are her options?
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Answered on April 11, 2017
Most of the time the home can be sold. Some probate attorneys also do these types of real estate transactions or have other lawyers in their...
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Why would I ever need a revocable trust just to save time when I have a current will?
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Answered on April 11, 2017
Main reasons people use trusts are
1) avoid probate fees
2) protect assets from creditors and preditors (including family)
3) manage assets...
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I live in the state of Florida and have just filed an objection to a Summary of Administration for a will what should I do next?
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Answered on April 11, 2017
If you feel a will is being interpreted incorrectly, you should consult with an attorney who can explain what will happen. It is likely that if one...
Can a mortgage be null and void if the notary signed as a witness and notarized her own witness signature?
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Answered on April 10, 2017
A notary may not notarize their signature, but this may not make the document void as often only witnesses are required.
Can the trustee liquidate my real estate inheritance before the death of the owner?
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Answered on April 10, 2017
One would have to look at the trust agreement to see what the trustee is authorized to do. If he gave you his house, by a deed, then it would not...
If I do not respond to a notice of administration, can it hurt me in any way....my rights..my inheritance...anything?
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Answered on April 10, 2017
It depends. If you do not respond, you are typically waiving your rights.
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Do beneficiaries have a right to accurate accounting on expenses incurred by other siblings for a parent's care?
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Answered on April 10, 2017
If from a revocable trust or their personal assets, the answer is no. If from an irrevocable trust, the answer is yes. If you feel something is...
Is summary administration appropriate in Florida for my father who died intestate?
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Answered on April 10, 2017
Sounds like Summary administration is right. In Duval County (Jacksonville) this can be done very quickly. Because there are two of you, you will...
I had my will prepared in NC and now have moved to Florida. Will it be legal here?
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Answered on April 09, 2017
The above answer is almost correct. If it is a holographic will from another state then it must comply with the FL statue of wills