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With financial power of attorney for a parent, can I prevent them from getting loans, opening new credit card accounts, etc.?

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, If the parent has capacity and willingly wants to give a child their POA, they can do so. Depending on the terms of the POA, then you...

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How can I discontinue the power of attorney that me and my aunt came up. Wit take my son to the doctors and enroll him in school

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, Since it is your power of attorney, you can revoke it. Have an attorney review the POA for you and prepare the correct form to revoke...

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How long does an executor have to probate a will

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, I have attached a link that explains the probate process in GA. If you have further questions it is recommended that you consult with a...

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How can my mom transfer/quitclaim/convey 2bd apartment with durable POA to herself?

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, Depends on the terms of the POA and if it authorizes your Mom to do this. You state that the apartment will be left to your Mom upon...

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What can I do

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, It is recommended that you retain local counsel or go down to FL and assess the situation.

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I think i need to hire a estate lawyer & settle the estate Im also the executor of the estate

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, If your son is co-owner of the condo, then it is recommended that you work out an agreement with him or consider selling him your share.

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How do I access the contents of the Will prior to the reading? Should I apply for co executor? Should I also retain a lawyer.

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, You may want to consult with a local probate attorney to understand your rights and represent your interests. AVVO and your local...

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How to ascertain who was the successor trustee for my father's trust.

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, If you are a beneficiary of your parents' estates then you have a right to receive copies of the trusts and an accounting of the assets...

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How do I get power of attorney and do I have an fraud claim against my aunt?

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, Please note that your grandmother designated your aunt as her power of attorney. Now that she is incapacitated the POA cannot be...

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VI am about to be married. What safeguard may I put in place to ensure the house I own prior to my marriage goes only to my son

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2015

Hello, It is recommended that you consult with a local attorney and have a trust drafted. The house would then be transferred to the trust and...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

With financial power of attorney for a parent, can I prevent them from getting loans, opening new credit card accounts, etc.?

How can I discontinue the power of attorney that me and my aunt came up. Wit take my son to the doctors and enroll him in school

How long does an executor have to probate a will

How can my mom transfer/quitclaim/convey 2bd apartment with durable POA to herself?

What can I do

I think i need to hire a estate lawyer & settle the estate Im also the executor of the estate

How do I access the contents of the Will prior to the reading? Should I apply for co executor? Should I also retain a lawyer.

How to ascertain who was the successor trustee for my father's trust.

How do I get power of attorney and do I have an fraud claim against my aunt?

VI am about to be married. What safeguard may I put in place to ensure the house I own prior to my marriage goes only to my son