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What risks do I have by having my mom add me to title of her home to avoid probate. She does not have enough assests for a livin
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Answered on May 29, 2010
Your mother is the one who faces more risks. She should consult with a local attorney to discuss her option. The fear about probate sometimes...
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How to become sole owner of the house
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Answered on May 29, 2010
You should consult a Florida attorney and disregard advice from attorneys in other states. The attorney will discuss possible estate tax issues...
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An inexpensive filing for order of summary?
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Answered on May 24, 2010
Florida's summary administration procedure is available when either (1) the assets subject to administration are under $75,000 or (2) it has been...
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Can I use a quit claim deed so that my Dad can add me onto the title of his home as joint tennants with right of survivorship?
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Answered on May 24, 2010
First, don't use a quitclaim deed. Second, don't even think about doing this yourself.
Your father should see a local attorney who is familiar...
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Do I have to pay estate taxes after estate is closed?
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Answered on May 24, 2010
I would suggest that you first talk to the attorney. As personal representative of the estate you are personally liable for the estate taxes in the...
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My father has a foreclosed property. Once he deceases, do we will inherite the debt? Can the bank come after us?
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Answered on May 24, 2010
Although you may not end up owning the balance on the mortgage personally, the bank is still a creditor of your father's estate. The person...
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How can my dad set up his will to include me in getting my share of his home if he died before my stepmom?
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Answered on May 21, 2010
Given the amount of probate litigation that is going on these days, you should stop right where you are. Your father, and your father alone,...
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Does a florida attorney have to give you a copy of a trust document
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Answered on May 20, 2010
In most cases a Florida attorney is probably prohibited from providing copies of a trust document. I can't think of a case where an attorney is...
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Does an estate have to go therough Probate?
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Answered on May 07, 2010
I think you will find that many attorneys offer to handle a summary administration for a reasonable fee. Some lawyers will give you an intiial...
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Whats the best lawyer i need for my case?
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Answered on May 07, 2010
You should seek representation.
If you signed the promissory note, you are probably still liable for the due. The bank won't care about your...