Is the paragraph in a POA document that states financial records shall be given to the nearest relative enforceable?

Yes, accounting provisions in a power of attorney are enforceable, but doing so would require getting the matter before a judge and might be...

Can my mother gift 14000 to myself and 14000 to my wife without any tax issues for anyone? Any paper trail required?

In 2019, a person can gift $15000 per person without reporting the gift for tax purposes. That kind of gift can create problems down the road,...

My husband and I have a will together.But he has 2 homes with his name only on the deed.Will they be mine if he dies before me?

If you are married at his death and he dies before you, these houses will go to the person named inhis last will and testament if he has one. If he...

A revocable trust only for life insurance policy?

No. A revocable trust can be a wonderful estate planning tool to hold all kinds of assets from personal property like jewelry or household goods,...

When can the funds from the sale of my mother's house be given to the people who she wants to have the funds?

First, it is important to be sure that your mother has enough money yo pay for her care in the nursing home. Medicare only pays for limited amount...

Can I legally enter my Fathers apartment?

Your father has given you a key to his apartment. That conveys permission for you to enter and obtain the necessary information you are seeking in...

Can I sue my grandmother for my father's remains?

Instead of suing for control of the remains, you should consider a family mediation. Look for a mediator who specializes in family mediation. ...

An inheritance is treated as an asset by HUD for Section 8. The HUD rules don't discuss inheritances received in the form of a trust and the rules...

Getting past stipulation in a will

When parties inherit property as tenants in common with one another, usually one can file an action in court to petition the property, which means...

My mother [who was never married] would like to open a probate case for my stepfather. He had no children. Can she apply for PR

You will need California specific advice because probate is very driven by state statute or code. Generally, the next of kin or a creditor opens...