My wife and her sister just sold their mothers house. the house was put in both their names many years ago.

You'll probably have to pay a capital gains tax (usually 15%) on the difference between your basis in the property and the sales price of the...

I have received this email (yes, there are grammatical and spelling errors)... Is this real? Can I be arrested?

This is clearly a scam. While Holland & Hart is a real law firm, there is no attorney there by that name.

Does the Durable power of attorney end upon death if you are the spouse?

Yes, the durable power of attorney ends on the death of the of the maker. That means that the agent does not have the power to handle the maker's...

Of course you could draft a revocable living trust yourself and most likely it would be "valid" if you followed Nolo's guide. But while it may be...

Is the Generation Skipping Transfer Tax exemption separate from the estate tax and lifetime gift tax exemptions?

Yes, in 2014 you have an estate/gift tax exemption of $5,340,000 and a separate GST exemption of $5,340,000. Both have a maximum rate of 40% and...

I received a receipt release and family settlement agreement from my brothers estate the passed away I am heir and executor.

I agree with Mr Carrier. I would not recommend you sign that under any circumstances.