I assume this is residential (consumer) and not commercial. Also, I am concluding this is pursuant to written lease terms and conditions. You...

Mr Smith gives good advice. Find out first what the recorded interests indicate. You likely will have a mutli-party claim here. It appears to...

Foreclosure after chapter 7 in Michigan, does it show up on your credit report?

Yes, In addition to your bankruptcy reference, it will likely show a foreclosure whenever you stop satisfying the mortgage lender, which can elect...

If you suspect improper administration of the trust, the only certain way to examine "how much" is in the trust is to commence a probate proceeding...

My mother did a quitclaim deed of her house to a trustee (her son/my brother) he is also trustee over her irrevocable trust.

Careful review of the written documents executed by your mother will tell what he can or cannot do. Typically, yes, the power is there to sell...

What can I do about purchasing the house my mother left, her will is in probate now.

If the house is titled in the name of your mother, yes, the probate process controls. Therefore, if your brother is contrary to your proposal...

I have a large sum of monies in CD's and my children are the beneficiaries. Should I also set up a revocable trust as well ?

The most important part of this is looking at the big picture, not just the CD's that will pass to the designated beneficiaries. You likely have...

What rights does a trustee have over the settlor's spouse?

The written legal documents have the terms and condiitons to be followed. If the trust has title to the house, in addition to the durable power...

Although you consider this "messy", in actuality it is very well planned . The co-op stock is that situation. Thus, to get it into the trust,...

Do I have to reimburse the estate for funeral and medical expenses as a beneficiary?

Has probate commenced yet? Technically, the nominee for the PR needs to be appointed, which means the probate court has administrative oversight....