Do i need to go through the court. My mother's account only has a couple hundred dollars in it.

Most states allow a short affidavit in situations like yours which with the death certificate should allow you to receive access to the account.

How do my brother & I, who own a piece of real estate together with our recently deceased mother, remove her name from the deed?

The most important issue which has already been pointed out, is how the property was owned. In Illinois, we can file an affidavit and record it...

My dad

Your question is confusing. i agree that you need to consult with an estate planning attorney in your area and show him the information to review...

Ultimately the court has discretion to increase or decrease fees based on the work involved, the complexity of the estate, whether any heirs object...

What is the process for beneficiaries to get paid from the value of an estate in Florida?

You need to work thru this with your attorney. There are many issues raised in your question and once again I suggest you talk to your attorney...

Do i need to open up probate if all my wife asset is ahouse with a mortgage when she passed away?

Although I understand your reluctance to retain an estate planning attorney to explore your options, it will cost you much more in the long run if...

Your facts indicate that the parents were alive when their daughter used the power in the poa to do a new trust. This is one of those loaded guns...

97 y/o lady w/Alzheimer's, lost Revocable Trust papers drawn up in 1993 which included deed to 45k house in ILLINOIS. I am POA.

The sale will have to be postponed until all the parties verify that the successor trustee has proper authority to sell the property. You should...

Tax/legal question: I'm a 50% shareholder in a S-corp. The S-corp got 1099 income of $8K last year. Is this taxable to me?

An S corp is a flow thru entity. that means that it reports all income and expenses and then divvies up the net profit or loss to each shareholder...

How do i get to take power of attorney of my mom from my brother who is neglecting her?

You do not say if mom is still legally competent or not. If she is she can revoke the power given your brother and execute one for you to act for...