I am not licensed in California either, so this is general information. If no one pays the property taxes, it will likely go to tax sale and...

The executor can also renounce the appointment and nominate another person who would have full powers of the personal representative.

Once a will is probated, it is a public record. Anyone can review it. Check with the probate clerk in the appropriate county.

I agree with Mr. Murillo. You would be able to buy some time by filing a bankruptcy (if you otherwise qualify). It will take from 30 to 90 days...

Drafting a PR deed should not take more than an hour and that's generous.

Since you are in Grand Junction, I recommend Drew Moore or Dan Lowenberg to help you with this.

Do I have to retain a divorce lawyer in the area I live (roaring fork valley)? Or can I retain one somewhere else like Co. Spgs?

After 19 years, maybe you should inform your spouse and try some counseling first.

Is a joint owner bank account considered apart of an estate?

In most cases, the funds will belong to the joint account holder: 15-15-212. Rights at death (1) Except as otherwise provided in this section,...

You don't need Letters if there is no real estate involved and the amount in his account is less than $66,000.00. You can use the Small Estate...

How do I legally decide who to pay first, when I don't have enough money (yet) to pay all of the contractors I have?

The problem with your proposed solution is that you will have to get 80 creditors to agree. While not impossible, this is unlikely. Any creditor...