Any disadvantages to having these accounts changed so that my living Trust is named as beneficiary instead of being in my name?

It is unclear, but it appears that your mother is still alive, so she will need to be the one making the changes. If she has already passed away,...

Is there is a Medicaid resource exemption for income-producing property in Colorado and where is the law that says that?

This could definitely depend on what type of income producing property you are talking about. Here is a link to the current Colorado Medicaid...

What can you advise me as how to prepare for when the inheritance arrives and what I should do regarding my govt assistance?

You are correct in that the cash inheritance could cause problems with your SSI. With the inheritance being relatively small, you should be able...

What are the tax and Medicare complications that might result from the sale of a house?

You don't want general advice for this type of complex issue. You should definitely consult an elder law attorney about your specific situation,...

Is it possible(by law) that it could have filed in Florida, if she died In Ohio? Would it show in Public Records?

It is unclear, but it sounds like you are searching for the original will. Wills are not lodged with the court prior to death anymore in Colorado,...

Wrongly filed Probate

I too am confused as to why they would think they have any interest in the house through Don's estate, and this doesn't quite add up. I would...

Agreed that you need to make sure the house has not increased in value. If it truly is underwater, you'll just lose time and money going through...

My step father passed about a year ago, The surving family members are brother and sister who have chosen me to be the estate r

Mr. Deemer is correct, the answer is dependent on whether there is a will or trust and what those documents might say. You need to clarify your...

CO ESTATE WILL OR PROBATE

There is no requirement that she publish a death notice in the newspaper. If she opens a probate, she may be required to publish a notice to...

Is there any provision that would entitle myself exclusively to the marital assets acquired up until my mothers death?

If your father's will gave everything to your step-mother outright, it doesn't make any difference whether some property was acquired during your...