What steps need to be taken to become a POA for property and health for an elderly parent?

If your mother has dementia, it might not be possible for her to give you power of attorney. I would suggest that you consult with an experienced...

Can the family of a deceased person have the personal representative for the estate fired or changed?

It sounds like you and your sister, who had authority to serve, decided to appoint a professional to serve in your place. If the reason you did...

Estate - credit card

This really depends on how obvious the charges are. You can obtain copies of prior statements from the credit card company and review the charges....

The following fall under which US laws?

Bankrupcty is under federal law, but the exemptions a debtor can claim may be dependent upon state law. Wills, trusts and probate are governed by...

As executrix of the estate can I get or request the bills from my brother who was POA for 1 month before her death?

Merrill Lynch should provide answers to your questions if you present them with your Letters Testamentary. If the account was in her name, and she...

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I am entering a rehab facillity in a few days .Should I have a power of attorney? Its complicated.

If you are in rehab voluntarily, you cannot be compelled to stay against your will. If you are in rehab as part of a criminal case, you would need...

Is there any kind of a homestead law in Colorado for estate settlement?

If the personal representative is not properly administering the estate, the other sibilings may wish to ask the court to replace him with someone...

Yes, the JDF 999 was designed for this purpose. You will need a certified copy of your aunt's death certificate and you will need to complete the...

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Should I fill out the medciaid application for my Aunt who has never been married - has no kids . I have POA .

If you are the POA, you may be the only one with authority to complete and sign this application. If you have been serving as POA for the last 5...

Question about my very elderly mom who has advanced dementia and has been in and out of hospice for 2 months

Be careful how you proceed. The decision to prefer your mother's medical bills over her other creditors may have been the best decision you could...