My sister & brother in law have never claimed their earnings.

There is absolutely no connection between failing to declare earnings and inheriting property.

How to set up estate after death

Your first step is to consult with a probate attorney. If there is a will, it contains the designation for personal representative/executor. That...

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What are my powers as executor under my mother's will?

If you deed the house into twelve interests, than you do not buy out the interest holders who want to sell. However, this is an impossible...

My brother died, has no will and no other family. He has $15k in bank and owes more on his mortgage than house is worth.

You can contact the bank as a courtesy, to let them know that your brother has passed away and the bank can foreclose, but you are not obligated to...

We are selling our home due to excessive wood burning in the neighborhood, what are we required to divulge to prospect buyers?

You need to accurately disclose the facts. Your don't have to disclose your reaction to the smoke, just that it is there. This is not something...

Would it be possible for me to be made executive of my brother estate?

You and your sister would both qualify to administer your brother's estate. Depending on the value of his assets, you might be able to do a small...

Easiest way to get money from an English bank acct of person who died here in US w/ an American will. Husband is still living

I agree with Attorney Koel in that there is no easy fix. You will have to decide if there are sufficient assets in the foreign bank account to...

My mother passed away leaving property in her name that property was never probated and my father resides in the home my brother

It appears your brother has abused his power of attorney. I advise you to consult with a probate or elder law attorney in the state where your...

How do I change my son's last name back to mine? What are my rights? Was never married to the biological father.

You have asked two separate questions, the first about changing your son's last name, the second about obtaining sole parenting time and decision...

You are not responsible for her debt, only for your fiduciary duties to her estate.