Due to high property taxes, sell home, put dad into nursing home, pay expenses, and still apply for medicaid when well runs dry?

I would have to agree with what was said above. Medicaid planning and application is a fact-intensive and exhaustive process. It would be best to...

How can I leave my house in my sons name its paid off and free of any debt.

As stated previously, there are a variety of available options that would meet your objective. However, only an attorney that has been fully...

My mom has alheimers..unable to speak for herself or sign anything, will the judge give me POA over her? If they see she cannot

Your mother could only execute a Power of Attorney naming an agent if she has legal capacity. If she lacks capacity, it would be a good idea to...

If a doctor says a patient needs a legal guardian, am I required to go into court with an attorney to get it issued/approved?

In order to have a Guardian appointed for a Disabled Adult in Illinois, the following steps must be taken: 1.) A licensed physician must state...

What percentage is an executor of a trust entitled to for handling a non complicated trust? Is it based on amt of estate?

The amount or form of a fee for a Trustee will be set forth in the Declaration of Trust. The Trustee is likely the final authority of all...

Illinois - How long does my stepson have to make his father's will public? That is to file it with probate? Thank you

A Will must be filed within thirty days after the date of death. Even if probate will not be required because the estate falls below the $100,000...

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My father passed away with no assets, but owed $500 in Federal taxes. Who is liable to pay?

Pursuant to the Internal Revenue Code, the Executor or Personal Representative of an Estate is responsible for paying all taxes due. The executor...

Does the judge always assign a guardian ad litem to represent the disabled person in court?

I think there is a general misunderstanding of the role of the Guardian Ad Litem's role on the Guardianship process. In Illinois, the Guardian Ad...

The original Will and any Codicils should be filed as soon as possible. Even if Probate will not be required because the estate falls below the...

Do I have to pay taxes if I transfer $100,000 from my offshore account in Europe to my account in the U.S.?

Specific tax questions such as this are probably best saved for your CPA. As a general rule, you should always meet with an experienced Tax...

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