I would agree with fellow counsel who have already responded. Depending on how the home is titled, you may have a right to part of all of the home...

I don't practice law in Texas, but unless there is a specific Texas law which preempts federal law, you are correct that the Garn St. Germain Act...

How can I transfer out of state land from my incapacitated father over to me & my siblings?

There may be other creative options depending on the value of the land and your father’s other assets. You need to speak with an experienced elder...

A condo demaged while land contract, and who has more right to keep the check for repair?

The answer to your question is likely going to be determined by the specific language of your land contract. There’s generally a provision that...

If my mother and I are living in the same home and she has to go to nursing home. Can her home be taken away upon her death

Short answer is that there are planning techniques that will allow you to keep the home after your mother passes away (and avoid Medicaid’s...

We routinely negotiate with creditors when there’s not enough in a trust or an estate to cover debts. Also, before creditors are paid, you may be...

I would agree with the other attorneys. In a nursing home/Medicaid planning situation, you can either spend down (on the right things) or do some...

Do we need to file Patient Advocate and Durable Power of Attorney paperwork with anyone after it has been signed and notarized?

The short answer is "no", you don't have to file these papers with anyone. However, I do recommend that you give a copy of your patient advocate...

Objections for an accounting for probate

A good start would be to order the bank statements for the accounting period. When you have those statements, you will have a good idea of what...

Is a ladybird deed the best option for me here or a will of testament?

This is a potential trap for your mother and the house. If your mother is receiving Medicaid, Michigan has an "estate recovery" law that allows...