Questions answered by Marva Lynn Wiley

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Next of kin issue

Marva's answer | Answered on February 23, 2012

Was the funeral home paid? Your comment about the search for assets suggests to me that the funeral home is looking to be paid for its services...

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My fathers will, not noterized

Marva's answer | Answered on February 23, 2012

You definitely need an attorney! In Florida, you must have an attorney to lead you through probate where there is more than one beneficiary. ...

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Mom owned home in MI. I am sole heir & executor named in will. I filed small estate form with OR probate. How do I sell home?

Marva's answer | Answered on February 23, 2012

I agree with the answers below although you should be prepared for the likely circumstance that you will need to do a formal administration in...

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I found some unclaimed funds for my uncle who passed away in 2008. he has 2 daughters and i am just a niece by marraige.

Marva's answer | Answered on February 22, 2012

You do not reveal whether the will included a residuary clause that dealt with assets not specifically identified in the will. If so, then the...

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What does it mean when an attorney files for "Determination of Homestead" because a Lein was placed on the property?

Marva's answer | Answered on February 21, 2012

The Determination of Homestead protects the property from a foreclosure on the lien by the creditor. The Florida Homestead laws protect a...

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Do I need a real estate or probate attorney?

Marva's answer | Answered on February 20, 2012

I agree with Attorney Erhart that the real answer to the question may be found in facts that you have not included here. For instance, the title...

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Can i get evicted if i consult with a attorney about my landlord and renter rights

Marva's answer | Answered on February 20, 2012

Good renters are difficult to find. I would find it difficult to believe that a landlord would incur the costs of eviction on a tenant who is...

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AZ - father gave son POA at death 2/15/12 - what does that mean with other factors I've written in details?

Marva's answer | Answered on February 20, 2012

I hate to be the one with the "should've" when it's too late to take the action but I recognize that the advice may be beneficial in the future. ...

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Is there a risk to give up co executorship to one executor?

Marva's answer | Answered on February 19, 2012

Your post suggests you both live in Florida which is the venue of the estate. Do you both live in the same circuit as your mother did? What types...

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I am asking this same question again, i am going to consult with a attorney about my landlord only to make sure i get back my d

Marva's answer | Answered on February 19, 2012

Is there a reason the landlord is planning to kick you out for consulting a lawyer? It's unclear why you tie the events together. Has he begun...

Marva Lynn Wiley's Answers (147)

Next of kin issue

My fathers will, not noterized

Mom owned home in MI. I am sole heir & executor named in will. I filed small estate form with OR probate. How do I sell home?

I found some unclaimed funds for my uncle who passed away in 2008. he has 2 daughters and i am just a niece by marraige.

What does it mean when an attorney files for "Determination of Homestead" because a Lein was placed on the property?

Do I need a real estate or probate attorney?

Can i get evicted if i consult with a attorney about my landlord and renter rights

AZ - father gave son POA at death 2/15/12 - what does that mean with other factors I've written in details?

Is there a risk to give up co executorship to one executor?

I am asking this same question again, i am going to consult with a attorney about my landlord only to make sure i get back my d