There are a surprising number of pitfalls to avoid in preparing a Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit for your parents. They should consult...

The law of Descent and Distribution controls the disposition of assets upon the death of a person. In Ohio, the order is: Spouse. If no Spouse,...

Yes. I make it a practice not to allow any relative of a testator (the person making the Will or Codicil to modify the Will) to sign as a Witness....

Yes, you need to consult with an attorn sey. As his wife, you have rights to a portion of his property and his children from another marriage have...

If you can prove that the mower was given to you, then you can keep it. A gift delivered is a completed gift, making the item yours. But as a...

I would gather as many documents as you can find per Mr. Jaaps' email and meet with an attorney as soon as possible. If it is too late to make...

It is usually best, in my opinion, to transfer the house to the heirs and close the estate. Then you have all the time you need to sell it. I...

As noted, there are various ways to accomplish your goals. You do need to see an attorney. Many self made Wills are defective and fail to meet...

If the house is in his name, the heirs are entitled to the house. However, if you can show that you contributed to the payment of the mortgage,...

If there is no will and if all children of your mom were also children of your dad, then dad is entitle to the entire estate. So, yes, you will...