If your father never signed the trust amendment then it is not valid. However, I would be cautious. Often times there are many blank drafts...

Can I as the oldest son depute the P.O.A for my mother, they put her in a home and abusing her money by not using it for her?

If your mother has named someone other that you as power of attorney, then it would be up to her to either revoke that power of attorney or to make...

You don't really need to get his name off. When you go to sell or transfer the property, you can record his death certificate at that time. But...

It is standard practice in cook county to request receipt forms to be signed before the estate funds are distributed. The receipt forms are...

If your mother is not able to go to court, a Guardian Ad Litem is appointed by the court to interview your mother, inform her of her rights and...

How can I prove a nuncupative will in chicago illinois?

Wills in Illinois must be in writing. Under the law, an estate without a will is divided between the surviving children and surviving...

My mother passed about 2 years ago. She owned her home but as far as I know, she did not have a Will. ?

There is a way to transfer the home without probate (assuming your mother did not have unpaid creditors). You should reach out to an attorney who...

My parent passed away and did not have a will? The home is in there name how do we change it to his kids name

I am sorry for your loss. To transfer the property to the heirs, you need to either open a probate estate, or you need to get an Order of Heirship...

Can I pay off a Mortgage for a deceased relative and keep the property?

I agree with the other answer. Also, there might be a way to avoid probate and still transfer the condo if you are the only heir. I suggest you...

How can I have my parents home insured when my name is not on the deed. I am only the executive ?

If the home is in your parents' names, you will need either to have the ownership transferred to your name. Opening a probate estate is the...