What is the best way to deal with the money from the sale of my dads house?

The best thing to do is to meet with an Elder Law attorney to discuss all of the facts and options. It can be complex and there is more than one...

Can a married spouse who is jointly listed on their house leave their half of the house to a child. Home in Florida. Thanks

If the home is titled in your mom's and husband's names names as either "Husband & Wife, "Joint Tenants with Right of Survivorship," or "Tenants by...

I am sorry for the tough times you are facing. There is no deed, unfortunately, that can guarantee that there will be no complications in your...

How can I protect my fathers property if I pay it off today, but he goes into a nursing home within 3 years?

If the home is your dad's homestead, then it is excluded for Medicaid purposes for as long as he lives, even if he moves to a nursing home. The...

What can I use for a life estate deed with homestead ?

Hi there. It is great that you are thinking proactively about protecting your Dad and his assets. As far the condo goes, he could do a ladybird...

What happens when seniors outlive their life savings?

I empathize with your parents' situation. It is unfortunately a common scenario. My recommendation would be to consult with a Florida elder law...

I have payed the property taxes for 4 years and I have 3 other siblings and No help from them what can I do?

I agree with Mr. Gunthert and will just add that if peace cannot be achieved among all four siblings with regard to the house on an ongoing basis,...

Inheritances are separate property. If you divorce, it wouldn't be a marital asset unless you put him on the deed or "commingle" it somehow and...

Florida has a proxy statute that applies when a person did not execute advance directives when they had capacity. FS 765.401. The order of...

Do I need Probate?

I agree with my colleague above but will just add to clarify that your husband will receive the life insurance proceeds and 401(k) proceeds without...