How do I keep a car after a spouse has passed from a loan company ?

you should review the DMV website for their procedures on re-titling the car

Are these lost monies mine?

The executor is not a beneficiary, but is entitled to compensation for their services. So you would receive nothing from your Great Aunt. Whether...

Yes you would need a power of attorney if she has the capacity to execute one, else she would need to be placed in conservatorship. You can also...

Until the house is sold, does the executor of the will have to pay household bills such as gas and electric?

The executor has a duty to maintain the property and can be surcharged with devaluing the property. You should be able to recover from the estate...

Yes, they have no authority over the assets of the estate until the letters are issued. They can advance funds to pay bills and seek restiituion,...

What if an trustee is not performing their duties? What can be done legally?

You can petition the court for his removal. You should contact a local AVVO attorney to assist you with this.

How can I get some money out my trust?

You can ask for an accounting from the trustee and request that the trust be dissolved and the funds distributed to the beneficiaries.

When my mom brought her house 30 years ago she added her 3 kids on deed can state it for nursing home

What do you mean when you say "state it"? What do you think is going to happen to her home if she goes to a nursing home?

When an estate is in probate who makes the financial decisions?

The short answer is that the executor makes financial decisions for an estate, but is subject to court supervision and must account for every...

How do I become assigned as trustee to an irrevocable trust?

You will need to get a copy of the trust to review the successor trustee provisions and then comply with those requirements. An attorney can help...