I'm confused about the wording of a will , "the estate"

Answer depends on terms of Will and instructions on how expenses are to be paid and allocated. Term "Estate" refers to sum of all real and...

“I filed chapter 13 4 minutes before the auction started at the courthouse steps and the bank didn't know it and sold it.

Purchaser at trustee sale owns house. however, you may petition in BK court to have the sale set aside. Until you do so, the sale stands.

Yes. Beneficiaries are entitled to complete accounting from trustee. Interested in knowing why trustee was removed? You may petition court to...

My mom is receiving my fathers social security since he pasted. would she lose that if she would file for bankruptcy?

No. Mother will not lose social security income. It is exempt. Consult BK counsel before you file any C7 BK or C13 BK or sell the...

Can my spouse and I distribute various percentages to our beneficiaries in our Joint Revocable Living Trust?

Yes. What you propose can be accomplished. However, you and spouse must reach an agreement which may involve compromise on both sides. this is...

How can you see a living trust if the trustee says you are not in it so you cant see it?

Based on facts cited, you are entitled to a copy of the trust. Stepfather has duty to provide you with a copy and treat you fairly. Consult trust...

No. You cannot unilaterally go to DMV and transfer title. If probate opened and brother appointed personal representative, he can present his...

My Aunt got a durable power of attorney on my grandmother who could not sign nor did she remember it.

Based on facts stated, the POA is not valid because GM was not competent to execute it. If executed at a care facility, it must be witnessed by...

How to transfer cars with no title and deceased owners

Advise city of the problem. They may step in and remove and dispose of vehicle. Call donation program and advise issue. They may be willing to...

How is a graduate student grant allocated on bankruptcy forms schedule I and form 22?

Yes. money must be accounted for in BK petition and schedules. Treat as income on Means Test Treat as non-wage income on Schedule I. California...