Questions answered by William Richardson Christian

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How can I find out if I am a beneficiary of a trust?

William's answer | Answered on July 25, 2013

I agree strongly with Michaels advice. This is a situation where you should engage counsel if you have not received the proper statutory trust...

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Am I entitled to benefits from fathers estate

William's answer | Answered on June 21, 2013

I agree with the other comments, but you did not indicate whether you knew if your father owned any assets. If he owned nothing, there would be...

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Is their another form besides the grant deed that I need when I transfer my real estate property into My living trust . No tax

William's answer | Answered on June 21, 2013

You will also ned to include a statement to avoid the imposition of a documentary transfer tax when you record the deed. The recorders office will...

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To apply for EIN number as trustee of revocable trust does it then become irrevocable when filling out IRS application?

William's answer | Answered on June 21, 2013

The trust became irrevocable at the date of death. Filing of the request for Taxpayer ID does not cause any change in status to that fact. You...

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How does Successor Trustee to deceased parent's estate and sole heir to property put inherited house in his revocable trust?

William's answer | Answered on June 21, 2013

The answers provided are an accurate summary of the steps required. The devil is in the detals. You do need to be careful to correctly implement...

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Would I be required to go to probate court if my husband left me his income property to pay off credit debt & overdue utilities?

William's answer | Answered on June 20, 2013

Probate is to transfer title to you. You will have to go through probate or some type of shorter process with the court (like a spousal property...

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CA-WA Probate Q: Can a lien be placed on an estate in probate for mandatory child support never paid (but kids are adults now)?

William's answer | Answered on June 20, 2013

Since this is a Washington probate, you ned to check with Washington counsel and get advice on filing a creditros claim. Act promptly since further...

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Five years ago my sister loaned me $200,000 to be paid back in my will. We have no legal document reflecting this loan or its

William's answer | Answered on June 19, 2013

You should have promissory notes in effect which document the loan and the terms. Was interest to be paid? If so how much. Your will or trust...

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If a CA LLC currently has a cancelled status, does it still owe back the $800 minimum fees for past years?

William's answer | Answered on June 19, 2013

If the LLC is to be reinstated all back taxes and filings must be done. But only the LLC is liable for those fees. Does the LLC have any money?...

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What type of charges should be filed in this case?

William's answer | Answered on June 19, 2013

You may report the crinimal issues to the local District Attorney. You are not able to bring (or threaten) criminal action You can file a civil...

William Richardson Christian's Answers (235)

How can I find out if I am a beneficiary of a trust?

Am I entitled to benefits from fathers estate

Is their another form besides the grant deed that I need when I transfer my real estate property into My living trust . No tax

To apply for EIN number as trustee of revocable trust does it then become irrevocable when filling out IRS application?

How does Successor Trustee to deceased parent's estate and sole heir to property put inherited house in his revocable trust?

Would I be required to go to probate court if my husband left me his income property to pay off credit debt & overdue utilities?

CA-WA Probate Q: Can a lien be placed on an estate in probate for mandatory child support never paid (but kids are adults now)?

Five years ago my sister loaned me $200,000 to be paid back in my will. We have no legal document reflecting this loan or its

If a CA LLC currently has a cancelled status, does it still owe back the $800 minimum fees for past years?

What type of charges should be filed in this case?