Mother passed away, no assets, credit card bill, and overdrawn checking account. What to do?

I'm sorry about your mother's death. Yes, it sounds like her estate was insolvent. Every state's laws are different, so you should consult a...

Recently married in September 2009, and my husband just passed away. My inlaws just informed me that wasnt in the will.

As Mr. Baer said, each state's laws are different, so it's important to know where your husband's residence was. But most states make provisions...

My father died 2/3/10. He was 89. My mother told me that he had no will and that she is the legal beneficiary of all of his as

I'm sorry about your father's death. Your mother is incorrect. While you and your sister will be her "heirs at law" when she dies, you will be...

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Who is responsible for paying credit card debt when deceased was sole owner of the debt?

If Virginia is like California, there is a priority for payments when the estate is insolvent. In California expenses of administering the estate...

Who is responsible for paying credit card debt when deceased was sole owner of the debt?

If Virginia is like California, there is a priority for payments when the estate is insolvent. In California expenses of administering the estate...

How old does an adult need to be to have custody of a minor?

Although 18 is very young to be named a guardian for a minor, it's not impossible. The 18 year old will need to prove to the court investigator's...

How old does an adult need to be to have custody of a minor?

Although 18 is very young to be named a guardian for a minor, it's not impossible. The 18 year old will need to prove to the court investigator's...

My husband died.. he had old will from former marriage. he has one adult son. can he sell my house and belongings in it?

I agree with the user who said you need competent legal assistance. I do not know Florida's laws, but in California you would be considered an...

My sister is the executor of my fathers estate. I think she is spending money on herself.

If your sister is spending money from your father's account, she can be held liable. You need to file a petition in the probate court to have her...

What is a personal representative allowed to do ?

Yes, if you haven't been making the payments. Just because the gentleman died doesn't mean that your obligation to pay him died with him. Not...