I need to get POA for 89 yr old mom. She doesn't have a will.
A common misconception is demonstrated by this question. POA and will are entirely different issues. Whether mom needs a will and whether she needs...
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A common misconception is demonstrated by this question. POA and will are entirely different issues. Whether mom needs a will and whether she needs...
Yes. Further, you should make sure other assets such as this checking account are titled in your trust. The main reason that most living...
How did she "designate" it to be given to your sibling and retain the "life estate"? Usually this is done by the owner (mother) signing a deed to...
Have you seen the written power of attorney document to see what power is actually granted? Who owns the business? Whose names are on the...
It may be too late to help you, but did the decedent appoint any particular person to make decisions regarding the service and disposition? If so,...
The reason he (POA or #3) doesn't control Mom's house is because she doesn't own it. Any interest (i.e., an undivided 1/5th to each of you) that...
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As others said, the revocable trust itself provides no bar to creditors. It might be that your spouse's half interest in the home is not reachable...
It was obviously a huge mistake for the principal (the person who appointed you) to select you for this very important role in his or her life. So...
It is a bit strange that you accepted the role of POA but now want to stop helping. If you resign, whomever steps in to replace you is going to...
Do it yourself if you're looking for cheap now...and you will never know how much it really "cost" your family. That answer may seem impertinent...