Whether or not you are due an accounting of the trust depends upon the terms of the trust. I take it that your mother is the current beneficiary...

I am separated from my spouse. He recently passed away. Can I collect Soc. Security Death Benefits? I am 62 and on SSI

My understanding is that you can, but don't have to collect your husband's social security. You will have to choose between his social security...

Calif. Intestate Probate. What obligation do "found" heirs have in finding other possible heirs? How long does the court wait?

If you are probating the estate, it is likely the court will require a declaration from the executor/administrator about thier diligent efforts to...

When are probate taxes paid? Who is responsible for paying probate taxes, the estate or the beneficiaries? No estate taxes due.

I agree with Ms. James. Another tax to be aware of is property tax if there are real property holdings in the estate. It is important to transfer...

I know a person whose sister passed away a few years ago. Her property did not go into probate because all she had was a

I agree with Ms. James. However, I would add that the son should in addition to signing over the title to the brother, he should prepare a short...

Can my father, recovering in a convalescent hospital, give me legal permission to stay in our house (perhaps as his licensee)?

I agree with the other attorneys' answers that whether or not your father can grant you the authority to live in the home depends on the owenership...

Should you use a Trust as part of your estate plan for your assets in the USA, you should definitely name a successor trustee who is a US citizen...

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Can property be transferred from one family member's living trust to his adult child's living trust? Are there tax consequences?

I agree with Mr. Greenwood's response except that in my opinion a gift tax return should absolutely be filed. Filing a gift tax return starts the...

What kind of atty should we consult re: transfer of property from parent to adult children?

I would begin by seeking the advice of an estate planning attorney with an LL.M. in Taxation in the state where your parents live. Your parents...

Do i need to have a joint trust if I am married? I have been married a little over a year and a

As previously stated by the other answering attorneys, I believe in this situation a separate trust is best for you. However, if you have any...