Yes. It does not matter whether or not a person is married, they can still be appointed a Guardian by the courts. Most states have a statute...

Yes, you can negotiate creditor's claims, and this is a very common occurrence (creditors will sometimes initiate this by offering slightly...

Your rights and options here largely depend on whether or not the property is still subject to probate, or whether you and the friend have already...

The only person who can "add" a name to title is the current owner(s) of a home. Assuming title was properly passed to your mother after your...

Joint tenancy?

It is difficult to address your situation without being able to review the Deed to the home and your grandfather's will. Also, it is not clear...

In my will, how do I make sure that my daughter, who has mild asbergers syndrome have someone we trust to help her make decision

You cannot create a Power of Attorney for another person. It sounds like a trust may be your best option here if you do not want your daughter to...

Who signs the power of attorney if someone is mentally incompetent?

I am sorry for your loss. Since your mother has now passed, the power of attorney is no longer in effect. Nevertheless, to answer your question,...

Technically, yes, but first ask yourself why you want her name on title now. If it is simply to make transferring the property easier after your...

Long story short, your mother (if her friend cannot), and more particularly the sons closest relatives, need to speak with a local probate attorney...

Gift tax?

For the most part, you are correct. As it currently stands, every person has a $5.49 million lifetime exemption for gift and estate taxes. When a...