If 50% percent was left outright ot brother-then that share would be controlled by his will upon his death.

If i have a will, will my house and money go through probate?should i have a POA? thanks

Another choice would be to have a "Living Trust" to avoid probate. Living Trusts and power of attorneys avoid guardianship.

Mom 94 with Alz. I am only child. She has $160.000 in cds; what can I do to protect her assets from Medicaid at this point?

You have many choices- therefore you have many answers. Our office does an intake of all the facts and assets before coming up with a...

How best to protect assets if spouse enters nursing home.

Our firm usually waits until one spouse is about to enter nursing home. The home is an non-countable asset and other assets can be moved into...

Regarding Florida Law on Probate

In addition to above-You may seek repayment of any funeral bills up to $6000 with a simple probate procedure without formal administration.

I need to know that if a person has power of attorney for an elderly alzheimers patient if they can add there name to deeds.

In addition to the above answers-generally-a person can not benefit themselves with a power of attorney. So-you might be able to get the deed set...

How do I find a good & ethical attorney in FL who handles elder law & guardianship issues?

In addition to above-contact the Clearwater Bar Association for a referral.

Why would the listing of a mutual fund (no federal estate threshold) be better off in a revocable living trust vs. a will?

I am also in favor of a trust. In addition to above answers-the trust can help avoid a guardianship proceeding and is harder to contest than a will.

Is there an advantage to a revocable living trust in my case?

I would suggest a joint trust for joint assets and single trust for rental home. IRA's and insurance would not be placed in trust but could be 2nd...

Is it a good idea to put a rental property in a revocable living trust to pass to my wife or child?

Yes-placing in trust will avoid probate. You have 3.5 million exemption before estate tax. The property will receive a step up basis upon your...