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My office provides free living trust's to our clients. We are accountants and usually prepare taxes, but in our experience with

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

THIS IS AN UNAUTHORIZED PRACTICE OF LAW IN ANY STATE

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The easiest and fastest way to sell property left to my brother by my parents, he has died and another brother is executor?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

Is there a probate estate (intestate - no will)? If not, one should be opened to give authority to the executor. A real estate attorney should...

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My 90 year old husband has made no provisions for his final wishes, What will happen to his estate?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

You should not be required to pay his bills/debts. But, since he has a child or children, he really needs a will so that his wishes will be honored...

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How do I submit a bill for care to my dying fiancees estate?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

You should consult an estate attorney immediately. There is a time limit for filing claims against the estate. In order to be reimbursed, you need...

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Even though I'm married should I give my husband power of attorney?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

You should provide a Durable Power of Attorney to someone you trust to look out for YOUR best interests. This person can be a spouse, relative or...

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I am trying to help someone apply for guardianship of his 20 year old son. The kid is indigent. Does the father have to pay the

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

If the son is developmentally disabled, he may qualify for guardianship advocacy and there is less involved in this process. However, someone has...

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Are wills generated on-line upheld in a court of law?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

It depends....... Many wills generated on line are flawed because the person generating the will does not understand the laws in the state where he...

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If I die before my wife, what happens to the wishes stated in my will?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

The best answer to this question would come from the attorney who prepared your will and trust. You may need a new will or an amendment to the trust.

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How can my dad prevent losing SSI and Medicaid benefits without a special needs trust when gaining an inheritance?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

You need to consult an elder law attorney who has experience with all types of special needs trusts (there are several types) Your father cannot...

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My father died in 2012 and my brother was appointed to serve as sole personal rep. It is a non-intervention. My brother hasent

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

Please consult a probate attorney in the county where your father died so that he or she can check the probate records and discuss this matter with...

Ruth Elaine McMahon's Answers (5791)

My office provides free living trust's to our clients. We are accountants and usually prepare taxes, but in our experience with

The easiest and fastest way to sell property left to my brother by my parents, he has died and another brother is executor?

My 90 year old husband has made no provisions for his final wishes, What will happen to his estate?

How do I submit a bill for care to my dying fiancees estate?

Even though I'm married should I give my husband power of attorney?

I am trying to help someone apply for guardianship of his 20 year old son. The kid is indigent. Does the father have to pay the

Are wills generated on-line upheld in a court of law?

If I die before my wife, what happens to the wishes stated in my will?

How can my dad prevent losing SSI and Medicaid benefits without a special needs trust when gaining an inheritance?

My father died in 2012 and my brother was appointed to serve as sole personal rep. It is a non-intervention. My brother hasent