If the Will is old, it's logical that some of the property listed in the will no longer exists. It's hard to "prove" a negative, but there should...

My nephew has the deeds to my deceased father property and refuse to give them to me what could I do?

Deeds are a matter of public records. The deeds should be recorded in the county where the property lies. If you cannot search the public records...

Can a realty transfer shortly before a person's death override a bequest in a will?

Yes, the deed overrides the Will. However, since it was titled 'tenants in common rather than" tenants by the entirety" only half of the...

Yes, executor fees are taxed as income

How can I cash my deceased father's income $1700 tax refund check without a bank account in NJ?

You, as executor, should open an estate account and use the account to pay debts, etc. You will need an estate tax ID (like a SS#) to open the...

Who must I as executor show the will to

It depends . Each beneficiary listed in the Will is entitled to a copy of the Will. Each heir at law who is not listed in the Will is entitled to...

What should I do? Trying to cut me out of will. I am a beneficiary of a will & entitled to 1/3 interest.

The best way to make sure you receive your share of the estate is, in my opinion, to consult an estate attorney to look after your interest and...

Will property inherited by one spouse from a dissolved family trust be among marital assets?

It appears that the land is an inheritance. In General, inheritances are not spousal property unless they are co mingled. If the land has been...

Who is responsible when someone dies and the ex spouse is still on the mortgage?

It depends on the terms of the property settlement that was incorporated in the Judgment of Divorce. It you are on the mortgage, it is likely that...

How can I get my deceased parents house put in my name ??

If you are the only heir at law, a probate estate should have been opened when your last parent died. The person in charge of the estate would...