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Do I need a living trust for my parents if all accounts already name me beneficiary only the house and I am an only child?
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Answered on February 08, 2015
Your parents need a Will whether or not they choose to also go to the expense of a living trust.
Living trusts have their place in estate...
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Problem with Will Probate ( I am the sole beneficiary
on my husbands will of his estate).
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Answered on June 05, 2014
Yes, you can obtain an extension; however the period of time is 90 days, not 14 days. Even then, you can obtain an extension if necessary. Also,...
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Do I have the rights to my dead fathers jeep? How do I recover the vehicle?
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Answered on December 08, 2013
My condolences on the passing of your father. Since he had no will, the laws of intestate succession will control who receives his property which...
What do you do if your lawyer is MIA?
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Answered on December 08, 2013
Your attorney seems to be a sole practitioner with no formal office and therefore presumably no office staff to mind his practice should he become...
How to file affidavit of heirship for transfer of single homestead to sole heir without probate? Galveston County, Texas?
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Answered on November 14, 2013
Generally, I do not recommend the use of an affidavit of heirship to transfer title to real property. If you intend to keep the property for more...
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My sister misplaced her letter of testimentary. Can I go to the county courthouse and request extra copies for her?
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Answered on October 18, 2012
She can do so and probably you can do it for her. Call the probate clerk's office to make sure they do not have a requirment that only the...
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Is the LL with holding the deposit on bad faith?
When does the 30 day time period start. Texas
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Answered on October 18, 2012
Th Landlord becomes liable for failing to return the security deposit or a written explanation as to why it is not returned in whole after 30 days...
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How can i stall a foreclosure proceding?
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Answered on July 21, 2012
Depending upon the reason for the lender to be pursing foreclosure, you may be able to negotiate a delay in the foreclosure with the lender. For...
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Does a verble promise that was witnessed by another hold up in court?
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Answered on July 07, 2012
There are some agreements that require a signed writing to be enforceable; however this does not appear to be one of those. ( A contract for the...
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Is there any way to stop foreclosure, filing bankruptcy for example?
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Answered on July 07, 2012
Bankruptcy is the extreme option so before going that route you might consider contacting the lender and see what if anything they are willing to...