As agent of my friend's POA, am I allowed to draft and sign a trust that names both my son and me as beneficiaries?

Not enough information to give you a complete response. I recommend that you take the POA and the will to an estate planning attorney who can...

Do we need formal appraisals on the properties in the family trust?

No a "formal appraisal" is not required, but an MAI appraisal is a good idea so that you can establish an actual date of death value for tax purposes.

Can you help negotiate maybe an offer in compromise

There is not enough facts to properly respond to this post. I suggest the resources you have to pay on this debt. I suggest that you then consult...

Should all beneficiaries contribute to the remodeling of a home to be sold?

The terms of the trust control. However, generally speaking the cost of the remodel should have been paid by all beneficiaries. In addition,...

Do trustees have to do something with the deed of the house after settlors death to ensure it is properly titled to them?

Yes. If property was titled in the name of the settlor as trustee of the trust at the time the settlor died, the successor trustee needs to record...

Creditor /deceased estate /California/

If you recorded the Abstract of Judgment it would have created a judgment lien against the defendant's residence. Depending upon the value of the...

Based upon the informtion provided, it appears that someone has opened a probate on your relative's estate. You were given notice because you may...

If I pay for a probate court fees and publication - When can I get reimbursed?

You can reimburse yourself as soon as you are appointed executor/administrator. As others have stated, keep good records of all transctions.

My brother passed away he had no children or spouse our father passed but my Mom is alive I understand that all his assets got t

I am sorry for yoru loss. If the gross value of your brother's estate is under $150,000 no probate is necessary and you should be able to collect...

Once I win a BK adversary proceeding, how do I tet house back in my name and payment for my emotional distress.

I am sorry for your troubles. You definitely need to find another attorney to protect your rights. There are many resources to find an attorney...