Any notary can sign, but I have not seen a "form" the decision to do a Lady Bird Deed is one that needs to be carefully evaluated, and if they are...

Can guardians cash in Payable on Death CD's valued at $100K if not needed for expenses. This effects distrtibution post-death.

Depending on what powers the guardian is granted will determine the if they have the power to deal with financial assets. If the guardian is a...

Does a 30 year old daughter have any rights to Her fathers estate who has remarried for 20 years

Depends on how the condo was owned. Probably wife of father will be the owner if the home was owned by husband and wife. If not she will probably...

A petition to determine homestead status of real property is a way of clearing the title on property. If the house is homestead it is not subject...

What does "DENIED. PLTF. MTN TO CANCEL SALE DUE TO PRIOR NFC" means?

Looks like your home is going to be sold. The court denied your motion to cancel the sale. You should meet with a bankruptcy lawyer to see if they...

Does an inheritance of $38,000 from a parent get taxed?

While Florida does not have any inheritance or estate tax and the amount would not be subject to estate taxes, your friend will need to check with...

Which is better irrevocable trust or revocable trust?

A revocable trust will not protect your money and stocks from a nursing home. An irrevocable trust can be structured to do so but you need to...

We NJ residents 7mos yr; FL 5 mos yr. Have condos in NJ/FL. Have JTWROS bank, broker accounts in NJ/FL. We need Wills in NJ/FL?

While the properties will go to the surviving spouse as you have described, a will might be necessary to determine who receives the property after...

My spouse died & our revocable trust had the deed to 2nd home in NC included, but mortgage was not.

You will have to contact the bank and provide them a death certificate.

Is a land trust the right solution?

There are several options to avoid probate. Some are far more expensive than others because of document stamp taxes that may be due with the change...