My wife receives a monthly check from a Living Trust. Should we be getting some form for tax purposes?

It depends on whether the distribution is a distribution of income or principal. If the trust is distributing income, it will generally deduct the...

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Are the attorney fees submitted to the court on a Probate case handled separately or are they part of the Order or claim ?

In general, a person who commences a lawsuit that benefits the estate that benefits the estate may be reimbursed from the estate. Had the court...

Can a bank lend money to a decease's estate?

Generally, the personal representative has the same powers that the decedent had, in trust, however, for the benefit of creditors and others...

I have a question about my mother and some money that she has in her bank account, and how much she is legally allowed to gift.

Assuming that the money is your mother's money to give, she may give any amount she wishes to give. However, there are other concerns. The first...

Can a revocable trust pay income taxes as a trust instead of beneficiary (and grantor) needing to claim on individual return?

I agree with Ms. Cook. The answer depends upon the distributions made, the terms of the trust and potentially, the decision of the trustee. If...

I am confused on the probate issues. Can someone give me and idea what we could be doing, or not doing, right?

More information is needed to answer this question. Are your father-in-law's total probate assets less than $50,000.00? If so, they can be...

As a receipient of a inheritance in the state of Minnesota do I have the legal right to know what is going on in the will? There

As a beneficiary of the estate, you have a right to an inventory and periodic accountings. If the estate has been open for several months and you...

I have a question about a joint checking account with my wife and her aunt who has recently passed away.

Mr. Adkins has given an accurate and thorough answer to your question. Even though your wife may be entitled to the funds, you may wish to consult...

As a recipient of a inheritance do I have the legal right to know what is going on in the will?

I agree with Mr. Frederick. You are entitled to a periodic accounting of the estate assets. If you haven't received an accounting within the past...

Can an executor decide what the decedent meant by "equal distribution" of inheritance?

This is not an uncommon situation. The best alternative is for everyone to compromise and reach an agreement. This helps preserve family...