What approach can I take? Can I be held responsible if I stop paying taxes out of my pocket and let city/county/state take it?

I agree with Mr. Cahill's answer. Although I am not versed in Virginia laws, I do not see why the estate can't pay to maintain the Florida...

Can a person who is not listed as a beneficiary on a probate receive a distribution from the estate?

Your question depends on whether this is a testate estate (Last Will & Testament) or an intestate estate (no Will). If it is a testate estate, then...

I agree with my colleagues. You should have been provided a guardianship and a trust accounting. I think there may be too many hands in the cookie...

How much does it cost to set up a durable Power of Attorney for my parents for medical, and finances?

I defer to the other attorneys' answers regarding the urgency to prepare these documents quickly due to your parents' advancing age. With regard...

How long does probate take for a simple estate in Florida?

Filing a Will in Florida for "safekeeping" is not the same thing as opening an estate. Either way, if you would like to see what is going on with...

How can I avoid probate of a rental property held in an LLC in Florida.Could I add a clause to my operating agreement.

Your question requires review of the LLC's documents and a further discussion as to the terms of the LLC agreement. In essence, the LLC documents...

Can a court appointed judge for incapacitated mom favor one Petitioner over another in a guardianship case

This situation is a bit complicated but hopefully my answer can shed some light. Yes, the POA became suspended upon you filing for guardianship....

Can I sell my mother's house prior to closing of probate?

The short answer is YES. You may sell the property while the probate is still open as long as it is a formal administration (not summary), as a...

What specifically needs to be done now to transfer the title into my name?

The links provided by my colleagues are excellent resources. You will notice on page 7, that the DMV will accept an Order of Summary...

Should we file for summary administration in Florida to accomplish this? How long and difficult will it be? Thanks

First, I would need to know your financial situation, including any possible insolvency. In order to properly disclaim an inheritance, you must...

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