What needs to be done to remove deceased husbands name from property deed?

Start probating your husband's will. Since there is a will, the process should be quick and painless. Unless you have waited for more than 4 yr...

Will I need to create a new checking account for my sister whom I just bought out of her interest to a home that we own?

you are treading in some dangerous water here. You need to discuss with an attorney ASAP

Do I have to go through probate court in Bexar County TX to obtain a Small Estate Affidavit?

You can file a small estate affidavit pro se, if the court allows it. But be warned that there will be filing fee, and then you have to get a...

Is it better to set up a trust or just a last will and testament?

The probate system in Texas is one of the simplest one in the country. A properly drafted will can allow assets to pass through quite painlessly....

Technically yes he can be a cotrustee. But you have to think of the implications. You may lose assets protection, tax minimization or all the other...

My mother passed away 12 years ago but didn't have a will. Her spouse recently passed away, what happens to her house.

The court will have to determine who the heirs are and they will inherit the house. But note that if there are any outstanding tax payments or...

You obviously have a lot of questions. The first thing is to find a probate attorney to help you. You will have to start a proceeding to determine...

I inherited a house with $50000 owed to county for taxes. I don't have $50000. What are my options?

Tax goes with the land. Whoever inherits the property will also be liable for the tax. You can sell the property and use the money the pay the tax...

How do i get my dads name on the home my mother recently passed 2years ago and ther is not a will

You may be able to transfer title thru a small estate affidavit if his other assets are less than $50k. If not, you may have to do an heirship...

It doesn't sound right. If you and your father are beneficiaries of his 401k, the money should not go to his estate. It should be passed to the...