The short answer is NO. To amend an existing will a document called a codicil must be executed with all of the same formalities of a will. It is...

The first thing you need to do is hire a lawyer who practices primarily or only in the probate field. Only then will you get cogent answers.

If they were married in all likelihood the house is his bit not without going to court. You would be best served by beating him there. I don’t...

If a will has been submitted for probate (which is the only way it becomes valid) it is a public record. You can do an online search of the court...

A great deal depends on facts that are not in your question. I would suggest you look thru the probate lawyers near you on Avvo and give one that...

Not clear if your dad is still alive. Either way you need an experienced probate lawyer

So a power of attorney is automatically revoked upon death. It is not clear if your brother acted while the deceased brothe was alive or after he...

It’s his property now so whatever he decides to do if he has a will. If he doesn’t have a will it will go according to the Texas laws of intestate...

I agree with mr Cowan completely and would add that being in Texas has nothing to do with the federal income tax consequences of your situation.

I am not sure that i understand all of your facts. It may be that you are too late although i can't see any timeframes in your question. I would...