Does a CPA need to be licensed to practice in a specific state?

You can do so but it is beneficial to have one in your state handle the state tax return. It just makes sense because they are more aware of any...

Trademark

Handling a trademark sounds pretty simple but you can really make serious mistakes without knowing it. My advice is to get an attorney involved,...

My brother died a couple weeks ago and I found out that I am listed as a contingent beneficiary (100%) on ins, & 401k.

If you are the contingent beneficiary then you receive the assets. Provide the companies managing the 401(k) and the life insurance with your...

Unfortunately, this isn't a matter you can handle yourself. You need an attorney who can prove to the court through clear evidence that she should...

My father n law passed away in Nov of 2009- my husband and I paid for all the funeral expenses- my sister n law inherited all

I agree you should communicate with the attorney in writing in the future. It will document your discussions so there isn't any confusion and it...

It will also depend on if your mother will be receiving government assistance to pay for the nursing home. If this is private pay then it isn't as...

Who is the beneficiary if the designated one is deceased?

I am sorry for your loss. Step one is to make sure there is no alternate beneficiary named for your mother's life insurance. If there is an...

My Father passed away Dec 11 and left no Will his surviving spouse is not my mother what is the first thing I need to do ?

I'm sorry for your loss. Under Texas law, if your father died without a Will and an administration of his estate is necessary then an application...

How do you compel an executrix to turn over documents

You should first send a letter, certified mail, return receipt, to the Executrix or her attorney requesting an accounting of the estate. The...

How Long does a couple need to be married before the surviving spouse is protected by the rights of survivorship?

Your aunt should respond to the son with the help of an attorney. Did her husband have a Will? When you state the son is "Executor" that implies...