It's not clear from your question whose name the property is titled in. If it was not in your mother's name, then she had no power to pass it on to...

I agree with the other answer. If an estate is opened, you may not be notified as you are not in the family. If the house is rented, then you need...

You probably would not be able to serve as administrator or executor because they are positions of trust with other people's money.

You can go to your local Register of Deeds and get a copy of the current deed. Probably can get it online. If it has both names and uses the word...

She can't withdraw funds without your notarized signature.

The previous answer is correct and comprehensive. I think you should take your copy of the deed to a lawyer.

Typically one inherits "per stirpes" which means from the root. So if a person has thee children and dies without a will, the property will be...

I would have to see the will to give you an answer. So I recommend that you see an attorney for assistance. I think you are saying that your...

In Tennessee, it's simple to obtain a conservatorship in your situation. It's much more comprehensive than a POA and will last. Right now I am...

Sibling 1 and/or the executor named in the Will if there is one need to file a petition to probate the estate and after being appointed personal...