Can I make a beneficiary statement on a notarized sheet that's separate from my trust?

Unfortunately that will not work. Trust amendments must be drafted with language clearly expressing your intention to amend the trust and...

What happens when someone dies without a will in california and has debts?

I hope someone took care of her final arrangements.

I need to start a probate?

There is too much missing information to answer your questions. If there is a trust, then why do you need to open a probate?. Whether or not you...

Is POD sufficient to receive funds if I am beneficiary?

She does not need a trust. A POD account passes outside of Probate and would not be a trust asset unless the account was put into the trust and the...

Will I need to pay taxes on the sale of a home that I received through a living trust?

If the money you receive from your father constitutes an inheritance, then you will not have to pay taxes on it. If you were on title, then that is...

In which jurisdiction must I file a Petition to Compel the Accounting of my parents 1999 Family Trust? Where Trust created or?

Look at the Notification by Trustee under Probate Code 16061.7 and it will tell you the address of the administration of the trust. File it in that...

Can I file wills without opening probate?

Yes you may file the wills without opening a probate.

A power of attorney is not effective once the principle (your Uncle) dies. I assume this was done during his lifetime. Only thing I can suggest,...

I personally do not have experience with irrevocable trusts, however, you might want to read this:...

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Your question is not too clear. A beneficiary is usually someone that will inherit property at some future date. You seem to be suggesting the a...