If the life estate deed was done more than 5 years ago than at least your mother only has a life estate interest in it. Iowa DHS will assign a...

Can medicaid in iowa sue us for a house that was gifted to us ?

I recommend hiring an elder law attorney to advise you on these issues. You are correct there is a 60 month look back period on the transfer of...

I would like a copy of my aunt's will how do I obtain?

If a probate estate is being opened for your aunt, you could go to the clerk's office and request a copy. What you describe potentially sounds...

Is there any way to get executor papers without probate?

In order to be named the Executor of your father's estate, a probate estate needs to be open. In order to get to the bottom of what occurred...

How do I get a complete financial record for my dads stay in the nursing home?

There are obviously potential fraud issues with DHS. A Medicaid applicant cannot make transfers for less than fair market value within 60 months...

CAN I COLLECT ON A VERBAL AGREEMENT IN IOWA BY AN ESTATE ADMINISTRATOR?

I would recommend visiting with an Iowa attorney right away. This seems to be a case of elder abuse by your sister involving financial...

My grandma is 86 with no long-term care. How do I avoid letting any facility she might go 2 eat up the farm in Iowa (Sac County

Just a couple thoughts. First, remember this needs to be your grandmother's plan. Second, if changes are being made to her current plan, she...

How to we go about proving that this was not what my mother wanted?

I agree with Vivian's answer but would also like to add it would be wise to seek out legal counsel as soon as possible because a Will contest needs...

Do i have the right to see my fathers will? Me being 37 does my mom have the right to take my money and spend as she pleases?

I would advise seeking legal counsel to protect your rights. If your mother has opened up a probate estate your father's Will and Inventory is...

Because she has not proven to be financially responsible, and now I am executor of his estate, do I need to return the funds.

Being financially responsible is not a prerequisite to being a beneficiary of someone's estate. You in the role of executor need to follow your...