I think the confusion for some of my colleagues (and certainly myself included) is why there would be any capital gains issues for a remainderman...

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Typically, payable on death accounts pass outside of probate, and usually banks only require death certificates to transfer funds from an account...

Can she go to jail for harassment?

Just for clarification purposes, you are wondering whether your step-mother can go to jail for harassment, because she asks you if you brush your...

If you are truly worried about this then it would be advisable to contact an attorney licensed to practice in New Jersey. The New Jersey attorney...

Can I purchase income generating real estate in a minors name if I am the financial guardian of that minor?

If you are the guardian of the property for your daughter due to her receiving an inheritance than you need to speak with your guardianship...

How do I become power of attorney for my mother?

Your mother would have to call an attorney and inform the attorney that she wanted you to be named as her agent. If your mother does not have the...

Nursing Home is harassing me to pay my mother's bill without power of attorney.

I am sorry to hear of the troubles you are going through. Your situation is a common one, whereby a parent (who may otherwise be indigent) is in a...

Can a professional guardian access a Special Needs Trust Account without Court Approval?

Your question may require a little bit more information to give a better picture of exactly what happened. If the guardian petitioned the court for...

First, I am sorry to hear about your father's passing. Second, you may want to seek the advice of a licensed probate attorney. If the home was in...

Sister alters POA after mother diagnosed with dementia and will is in place ?

I agree with Attorney Rosenblatt, you should contact an elder law attorney regarding your sister's actions. Also, you need to immediately contact...