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How long can a home, owned by someone who died, stay in a trust before changing names or selling?

Charlene's answer | Answered on January 29, 2015

My condolences on the loss of your mother-in-law. Some counties also have a penalty fee if the Change of Ownership and Request for Reassessment...

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Release of content of Trust.

Charlene's answer | Answered on January 27, 2015

Assuming the grantor has passed away and the Trust is now in effect, you should request a copy of the Trust as is your right as a beneficiary. The...

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What is the time limit to file for executor of an estates?

Charlene's answer | Answered on January 26, 2015

I agree with my colleagues responses. As a practical matter, you will need to have a certified copy of the death certificate for your sister. My...

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Do I as a single child of one sister get one half of the inheritance or equal shares as the children of the other sister?

Charlene's answer | Answered on January 09, 2015

My condolences on the loss of your uncle. Given the facts you have stated, IF the property is not subject to a Will or Trust, it would pass to you...

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My grandfather recently died and left a trust. I got a copy of it. When should I expect to get any assets?

Charlene's answer | Answered on January 07, 2015

My condolences on the loss of your grandfather. I agree that the entire Trust should be reviewed and contact should be attempted with the Successor...

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Can my kids open a probate

Charlene's answer | Answered on January 03, 2015

Condolences for your loss! You or your children should consult with a probate attorney to discuss ALL of the facts which would allow for...

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For a Living Trust, who has control after the primary trustee passes -- the co-trustee or successor trustee?

Charlene's answer | Answered on January 03, 2015

My condolences on the loss of your family member. The language of the Trust will control & could say any number of things. Have it reviewed,...

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Hi, I have a situation where my girlfriend of 32 years just passed away. We were never married and she didn't leave a will.

Charlene's answer | Answered on December 31, 2014

My condolences on the loss of your long time partner. If your girlfriend had put you on title to the home with her, you may have an interest in...

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What do you do if you are a bennifeciary in a will but you haven't recieved anything?

Charlene's answer | Answered on December 22, 2014

You should seek the Probate court records related to your grandmothers estate. If there was no probate filed, you should seek help from an attorney...

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What forms do you need to file to be the executive of Estates of a decease person

Charlene's answer | Answered on December 19, 2014

My condolences on the loss of your sister. If she died without a Will or Trust, she has at least one heir, YOU! It is highly advisable that you at...

Charlene L. Usher's Answers (450)

How long can a home, owned by someone who died, stay in a trust before changing names or selling?

Release of content of Trust.

What is the time limit to file for executor of an estates?

Do I as a single child of one sister get one half of the inheritance or equal shares as the children of the other sister?

My grandfather recently died and left a trust. I got a copy of it. When should I expect to get any assets?

Can my kids open a probate

For a Living Trust, who has control after the primary trustee passes -- the co-trustee or successor trustee?

Hi, I have a situation where my girlfriend of 32 years just passed away. We were never married and she didn't leave a will.

What do you do if you are a bennifeciary in a will but you haven't recieved anything?

What forms do you need to file to be the executive of Estates of a decease person