I am sorry for your loss and the problems that you are dealing with, Speak with a probate attorney in your area to get sound advice and do it...

I need to hire a probate lawyer. What should I look for & is there a standard charge? Does the money come from the estate?

I am sorry to learn of your loss. It is unclear to from what you provided in what capacity you would hire a Probate Attorney. For example,...

I have a durable power of attorney. I am on an account with my now dead mother. Do I get the money or is it probated and split

I am sorry for the loss of your mother. As far as your durable power of attorney, it is no longer effective when your mom passed away. If...

Property held by 3 siblings

I agree with Attorney Lindquist. I applaud you for doing this because if it is done correctly, your 1/3 interest will avoid probate. Best of luck...

Is it true that in the state of Florida when spouse passes & they have a child from another marriage is the property divide 1/2

I am sorry to learn of your loss. I agree with my other colleagues. It depends on not only if your spouse had a Will and the ages of his...

Where can I find a professional person to take care of my affairs upon my death? My wife is not capable of this.

I am always an advocate of a Trust Company or a financial institution with a Trust Department. There of course are fees involved, but they do not...

Short selling house when the owner is dead.

The daughter would need a certified copy of the death certificate and a probate estate opened in order to have the authority to sign a contract....

Can a financial planner be your health surrogate, POA or executor of will. Is this risky or expensive.

Attorney Frederick brings up many valid points. I would like to also point out that if your financial planner retires and moves out of state then...

Hi, If you are chosen to be the executor of an estate are you to be contacted, even if a living spouse is still around, and if

The only person who would contact you is the custodian of the Will. Did you ever see the Will or do you have a copy of it. It is very possible that...

Am I still responsible for the mortgage or do I own the house now free and clear?

I am very sorry for your loss I agree with attorney Morcroft. You do own the house, but not free and clear of any mortgages. Do you have equity...