I am glad that you are taking action like this. Using a trust can not only protect the assets from mismanagement by the kids' mother, but it can...

If an ira was created in the state of MI and the account is still in MI. but the spouse lives FL, what law would govern an ira?

Since the assets are considered as sitused in Michigan, I think you would need a Michigan probate attorney to either assert whatever spousal share...

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Carol's advice is sound, as always. But my concern is why would a brokerage be handing you a trust document to sign. Is it for an IRA?

Be advised that, when the time comes, you can also apply for Social Security retirement benefits with regards to his work history, since you were...

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What document wife must sign in order that husband can sell property (Florida) while she will be out of the US.

durable power of attorney should work, but if this is real estate, I would check with the closing agent first. Just because they would be wrong...

Does the mortgagee need to sign the deed in Florida before recording it?

Ordinarily you wouldn't want the mortgagee to appear on the deed as an owner because they are simply lending you money against the property, and...

What kind of lawyer do I need? A foreclosure lawyer? Even though its already been finalized.

Sometimes, if you're staring down the barrel of a judgment and you don't have the funds to fight it or pay it, the thing to do is talk to a...

Will my boyfriend's last wife(he is divorced from her) receive all if his possessions when he passes away.

Yes and no. Florida probate and trust laws apply to immediately void certain provisions whereby ex-spouses would have inherited certain assets. ...

I am a Retired U.S. Veteran. I receive two pensions, one from the State of FL and other from VA (Veteran's)

I suspect you'd get a 1099 that would offer more guidance. Also, check Pub 17 (chapter 11, I think) for taxation of Social Security benefits. ...

Is not having the proper equipment as stated in a contract considered a breach of contract

Undefined terms like "reasonable" and "proper" and even "maintain" are the things that land a lot of written contracts in court. The problem is...