Is the will valid? how do I proceed? Also what should we do with the bonds? Can I just keep them or are they part of his estate

The notary does nothing. Are there signatures by 2 witnesses? The notary's signature may count as the signature of one witness. Take the will to a...

If you are getting MediCal, SSI, or similar needs based payments, the government may consider the amount due you as an asset EVEN IF you disclaim...

Yes. It is what was owned at time of death. The insurance proceeds will become an asset of the estate. Should put some explanation on the Inventory...

In the petition it says decedent was survived by next of kin of the decedent. Does the sister count as next of kin?

Yes. Next of kin is the nearest relative who is not a spouse or child. Sister is a relative of the second degree. (Degree is the number of steps...

Does the willed Texas land revert back to the Texas family automatically; or is it part of the California estate.

The answer is part of his estate. There will be two probates one in California and one in Texas. You will need to talk to a Texas attorney about...

How long do we have to put the house under one or two of our names?

Did your mom have a trust? If not, unless it was in joint tenancy, you will need to probate her estate. If in a trust, you need to decide who will...

Can the mother and father each have a power of attorney even though the father lives out of State? Would it be better for me to

You need medical documentation that your son has capacity. You need to see a probate attorney. If he does not have capacity, either the older POA...

Who is interfering? If the cause is delay in the court matter, it is very doubtful and filing such an action, could get you hit with sanctions for...

Can my sister stop me from getting the truck?

Who is on title? If mom, the letter may be enough. Take the pink slip and the letter to the auto club (if you belong) or the DMV and see about...

Do i need to file the Small Estate Affidavit in court and in which state?

In California you would need to only satisfy the insurance company and just send the form to them. Arizona appears to have different procedures....