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WWhat will my mother at the age of 91 pay out for inheirtance?

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

There'll be no federal estate tax on your mom's estate, since she has less than $11M. But you may have to pay Ohio inheritance tax (if there is...

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Can the executor of living will estate charge me for non payment of rent when there was no rental agreement

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

If you're occupying the family home, then you could be charged rent. Probably cannot be charged for back rent if mom or dad gave you permission to...

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Can a facility take your parents savings and or home if you are self paying for them to be there?

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

If the bills are all paid, then no, they can't get more than what they were charging. That said, it's probably the worst idea for you and your...

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Can someone start a life estate after they go into a nursing home?

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

Well, the idea of planning is a good one, but I 'm not sure what you mean by "life estate" in this context... Consulting with local counsel? Always...

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Are there any situations that could occur when my dad would need to apply for Medicaid if his income covers his needs?

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

Today is a sunny day! All bills paid, no problem. What if tomorrow it rains; things get worse? This is the time to plan, first for dad, then for...

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Will my brother on Medicaid lose his $22,000 inheritance from our recently deceased mom?

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

There are a number of options to deflect the inheritance so that it does not disqualify your brother from Medicaid. For example, you could spend it...

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Must I include my brother's income from medicaid on my federal and NY state income tax returns??

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

The only way any of your brother's MA benefits would be considered income to you is if he paid you rent or for personal services...

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Is keeping the corpse for over 5 hours when the cremation has been prepaid abuse?

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

I am very sorry for your pain and this sounds like a tragically confused situation, but I'm not sure that you have a cause of action that can...

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What is my financial exposure when signing as Power of Attorney for my father?

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

If dad is competent and signed all the papers, it's hard to see how you could be held personally liable. Same applies if you sign as POA. Just put...

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Can I be forced by my brother to sell the family home in which I have been executor for the last 7 and a half years?

David's answer | Answered on May 27, 2018

Can I be forced by my brother to sell the family home in which I have been executor for the last 7 and a half years? I'm a bit surprised that the...

David L. Carrier's Answers (6120)

WWhat will my mother at the age of 91 pay out for inheirtance?

Can the executor of living will estate charge me for non payment of rent when there was no rental agreement

Can a facility take your parents savings and or home if you are self paying for them to be there?

Can someone start a life estate after they go into a nursing home?

Are there any situations that could occur when my dad would need to apply for Medicaid if his income covers his needs?

Will my brother on Medicaid lose his $22,000 inheritance from our recently deceased mom?

Must I include my brother's income from medicaid on my federal and NY state income tax returns??

Is keeping the corpse for over 5 hours when the cremation has been prepaid abuse?

What is my financial exposure when signing as Power of Attorney for my father?

Can I be forced by my brother to sell the family home in which I have been executor for the last 7 and a half years?