When parents pass away and property is willed to surviving 3 children. Is the amount counted as earned income under a certain a

When a person dies it is the estate that pays taxes if the taxable estate exceeds certain amounts, which differ from a Federal and State...

Found stock certificates gifted before my aunt past the estate was closed 12yrs ago how can i transfer the stock to my name?

You will need to reopen the probate estate for the limited purpose of transferring these certificates. Your sister's share will become part of her...

What will a power of attorney allow me to do?

Mr. Malicoat is correct. While Tennessee has a Durable Power of Attorney statute, the terms of the document itself will control. If your parents...

In Tennessee an agent under a POA has a duty to use the POA only for the benefit of the principal. The agent can be required to present an...

I am unaware of any state that would recognize a girlfriend as next of kin. As to whether you have any legal recourse, it is unlikely. If she in...

Do we need a fl will to be notorized AND have a letter of affidavit?

Each state has specific requirements for what qualifies as a valid Will. Also, each state has specific requirements under what circumstances the...

Who does the land belong to? And what ratio?

Ms. Evans is spot on with her answer. You need to speak with a good elder law or probate attorney to help you figure out what your options are....

We brought a house & cars together while we we're married can him or leave that to his kids or wife?

While your question is not totally coherent, here are some basic principles that I think touch on what may be concerning you: IF you have a...

If my mothers estate is in probate how do I get the petition to reflect the true value ?

You need to find a good local elder law or probate attorney. There are a lot of moving parts to this situation, and trying to wing this on your...

Can my father dissolve a will and power of attorney created with my mother after she dies?

I agree with Mr. Miller. The POA your mother gave you will end immediately upon her death. As to your father, he cannot revoke a POA that your...