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What type of a deed would we need to request to file/change/update prior warranty deed due to death of spouse?
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Answered on October 22, 2019
The Texas Estates Code includes provisions for a surviving spouse to manage community property without needing probate. You might look into those...
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Does the children of my deceased spouse have a right to property owned in Texas?
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Answered on October 22, 2019
Generally, you look to the law for the state in which the person resided when they died. If that is Florida, you'd consider Florida law and you...
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If there is a will and the executer has to sell the home and split 4 ways does it have to be probated
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Answered on October 02, 2019
You might look into the muniment of title process. It is an abbreviated probate process that is used when there is a will and a need to transfer...
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Gift tax question?
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Answered on October 02, 2019
If it is a gift, then there generally isn't an income tax owed. Gifts are not subject to income tax. They are transfers potentially subject to...
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How can I get a copy of my Aunts will if it has not been probated and she passed away in June of 2015.
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Answered on September 24, 2019
Texas law requires a person in possession of a will to file it within 4 years of death. If they haven't done so, you can use the probate court to...
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What are my options with filing the joint tax return? Am I allowed to file the returns without her signature?
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Answered on September 24, 2019
You should probably consult with your divorce attorney. They should be able to use the family court to force her to sign the tax return or provide...
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I have a very small side business I am paying alot in taxes. I was wondering should I move my business to another state.
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Answered on September 19, 2019
More info is needed. Is the business a service business? Where are the partners, customers, and business property/inventory located?
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Can the IRS sieze my home that is under land contract?
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Answered on September 17, 2019
Many people use land contracts as the title doesn't fully transfer to the buyer until the contact terms are completed. This will depend on state...
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Am I in trouble?
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Answered on September 17, 2019
Even a forged signature by a spouse is sometimes sufficient for the return to be treated as valid. The courts have developed a concept of "tacit...
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If I have two wills from my parents but neither one of them is signed. But in both wills I get the house what do I need to do.
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Answered on September 08, 2019
A will in Texas generally needs to be signed by the decedent and/or signed by two witnesses. Absent a valid will, you'l need your other siblings...
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