As the executor of my brother estate should I inform his bank of his death before I see an attorney?

If it was a joint account or if you were named as the Payee on Death, you're probably okay, but I'd probably see the attorney first. If you were...

I agree with my colleagues regarding the status of the homestead; however if the claims period is still open, you can file a claim for any bills...

Who inherits a house when the owner has a life estate deed and the owner who placed it in a living trust has also died?

Is your mother still competent? If so, she should contact an estate planning attorney to see how to construct the deed (if she has the power to do...

I've done this before. It is complicated, but doable. Did your father have an SSN when he purchased the property? This will simplify matters. ...

What happens to a persons assets after they die?

I don't think this is a major complicated estate. Nothing needs to be done for joint accounts. If dad can add your Mom's name to the car title,...

I need and attorney to close probate ?

Was the deceased a resident of Pinellas County? If so, check with AVVO, The Florida Bar or look on the internet for a probate attorney in the...

I agree with my colleagues. Children of the deceased have homestead rights granting them the remainder interest in the home Dad lived in at the...

If the probate has been closed, I don't know what else can come up. I have assumed by cleared you meant closed and that the 90 days claims period...

If everyone has agreed to the settlement, I don't see a problem, but no one can be forced to sign a waiver and if anyone feels they want to see...

Can mom's document be enforced?

You definitely need to hire an attorney. Once you determine how much the inheritance is worth and the cost to litigate, you'll know whether it;s...