BENEFICIARY TO WILL

I am assuming that your grandmother lived in California. Based on what the executor is saying, it sounds like your grandmother's estate was...

Under CA probate laws how long does a creditor have to file a claim

In California creditors' claims become unenforceable one year after the person dies. So if no one has begun a probate proceeding, you need to file...

Under KS probate procedures does the executor of the estate need to be notified prior to getting a headstone

The only reason I can think of for notifying the executor would be if you want the estate to pay for the headstone. This information is not...

Husband passed away leaving entire estate to wife, can the wife sell the house with pending Will contest by children

If the children are suing, I presume you are also represented by a lawyer. Assuming that the lawyer is knowledgeable, you should be asking him/her...

Censius return

Are you talking about your income tax STIMULUS check? It depends on when you filed your return and the social security number on your return (if...

Determining tax basis on a gift consisting of real property

Under federal gift tax rules, the recipient of a gift takes the donor's tax basis. So your capital gains tax basis will be whatever your aunt's...

I disagree with Mr. Kaman's answer. First, in California there is no statute of limitations on beginning probate proceedings - although it's...

Calif. Living Trust -- Can I title Canadian property???

You need to check with a Canadian lawyer. Canada takes the position that titling property into the name of your trust is a TAXABLE transaction ......

A Trust or a Will?

Each state's laws are different, so you do need to talk to a knowledgeable TN estate planning lawyer to make sure you're doing the right thing....

Power of attorney

No. Just make sure that you keep her assets (bank accounts, etc.) separate from your own. Use only her assets to pay her bills. This...