Questions answered by Kevin Michael Burke

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How much should a $ 24,000 settlement that has to go for probate cost? Palm beach county thank you

Kevin's answer | Answered on April 16, 2014

You may want to simply ask around a number of different firms. Please note that an attorney, the personal representative, and the heirs may agree...

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I want to sue a lawyer in Dade, county, FL, who can i trust?

Kevin's answer | Answered on April 16, 2014

You may want to consider retaining a lawyer from out of town if you want to help ensure there are no connections or possible issues in bringing a...

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If I give my wife power of attorney for any decisions , alive or dead, would that be enough or do I still need a will in Florida

Kevin's answer | Answered on April 16, 2014

As stated above, a power of attorney is of no value following the death of the grantor. If you have no will and die with an estate in Florida,...

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What options do we have regarding a concrete vault in our yard which is outside of the utility easement?

Kevin's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

I agree with the above responses. You have made an effort to clarify the position. Now once you have had an examination done on title and...

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What steps do I take to do a deed in lieu of mortgage?

Kevin's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

I think you mean a deed in lieu of foreclosure. A lender does not have to offer or accept a deed in lieu of foreclosure. Lenders may often...

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What is the law regarding docile in Florida? if I've been living in a relatives' home for the past 14 mos, have my mail deliver

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 02, 2014

Florida domicile is not relevant to whether you can stay in this man's house. With there being no tenancy here, the question is whether an...

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My sister was theP O A of my moms estate , she never gave me any accounting of banking while my mom was alive.

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 02, 2014

It's not clear whether there was a will and whether a probate has been opened. With a probate being opened, then the personal representative...

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What costs are normally paid by the seller in a property sale? real estate sale, closing costs, mortgage, buy sell agreement

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 02, 2014

I would assume you are going to use either a FAR BAR or FAR purchase agreement. Within this there are choices which can be made and of course...

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Is a Deed of Trust legitimate when the witness & notary are the same and the signature is actually an initial for both?

Kevin's answer | Answered on October 18, 2013

The problem is that there is likely language in the trust where the notary would certify that he or she has witnessed the signatures of the...

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My husband filed a i 130 petition 4 months ago and still haven't gotten an approval , is this normal?

Kevin's answer | Answered on October 18, 2013

This is not an unusual time to be waiting.

Kevin Michael Burke's Answers (126)

How much should a $ 24,000 settlement that has to go for probate cost? Palm beach county thank you

I want to sue a lawyer in Dade, county, FL, who can i trust?

If I give my wife power of attorney for any decisions , alive or dead, would that be enough or do I still need a will in Florida

What options do we have regarding a concrete vault in our yard which is outside of the utility easement?

What steps do I take to do a deed in lieu of mortgage?

What is the law regarding docile in Florida? if I've been living in a relatives' home for the past 14 mos, have my mail deliver

My sister was theP O A of my moms estate , she never gave me any accounting of banking while my mom was alive.

What costs are normally paid by the seller in a property sale? real estate sale, closing costs, mortgage, buy sell agreement

Is a Deed of Trust legitimate when the witness & notary are the same and the signature is actually an initial for both?

My husband filed a i 130 petition 4 months ago and still haven't gotten an approval , is this normal?