Questions answered by Ivette M Santaella

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Do I have to have a durable power of attorney to have someone handle my finances?

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 27, 2014

Hello, The DPOA gives third party notice that you legally approved for another to handle your finances, without it they are risking legal...

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I am the Executor, and my brother and sister and I are equal beneficiaries. Can one of my siblings talk for the other?

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 27, 2014

Hello, You may consider advising your siblings that unless your brother has a notarized Power of Attorney from your sister, that you will no...

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Is the person I am living with responsible for any financial assistance in attempting to full his request?

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 27, 2014

Hello, If you are living in his home, he has the right to ask you to leave without incurring any financial obligation to you. If you need a...

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Customary attorney fees for an estate valued at $156,00.00

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 27, 2014

Hello, Each attorney charges their own fees and there is no set fee -- unless he represented you in the probate -- for his services. The...

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Need assistance with selling a structured annuity.

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 27, 2014

Hello, It is recommended that you utilize a financial consultant that specializes in handling structured annuities. Google "structured...

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How much time weekly will it take, during the first two months, for the Executor of the Estate to go through probate?

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 27, 2014

Hello, You may want to contact the Wayne County Bar Association and they may be able to refer you to probate attorneys who can give you an idea...

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The attorney in charge of my dead fathers will and revocable trust never told me I was a co-trustee to the trust.

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 27, 2014

Hello, As you live in NE and your Dad's estate is being administered in Kansas, it is highly recommended that you consult and retain local...

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Trustees of my parents estate and both of us beneficiarys moved and didn't let anyone know isn't that a violation of the trust?

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 27, 2014

Hello, The Trustee can move as he wishes, but he should let you --- the beneficiary -- know where he is located.

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Can I accept and cash this check or not? its not written to me, but to another person who signed it over

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 27, 2014

Hello, You would have to show that Kelly has the authority to do so. It would be best for Kelly to contact the agency apprise them that she is...

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Do i need to see a lawyer to become executer or representive fo my mother

Ivette's answer | Answered on September 26, 2014

Hello, Yes as you may need assistance in filing whatever are the requirements in ID for a small estate. Since your Mom died without a Will,...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

Do I have to have a durable power of attorney to have someone handle my finances?

I am the Executor, and my brother and sister and I are equal beneficiaries. Can one of my siblings talk for the other?

Is the person I am living with responsible for any financial assistance in attempting to full his request?

Customary attorney fees for an estate valued at $156,00.00

Need assistance with selling a structured annuity.

How much time weekly will it take, during the first two months, for the Executor of the Estate to go through probate?

The attorney in charge of my dead fathers will and revocable trust never told me I was a co-trustee to the trust.

Trustees of my parents estate and both of us beneficiarys moved and didn't let anyone know isn't that a violation of the trust?

Can I accept and cash this check or not? its not written to me, but to another person who signed it over

Do i need to see a lawyer to become executer or representive fo my mother