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Can I make my siblings help take care of my mother whom is disabled and living with me ?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 19, 2014

Hello, There are no filial responsibility laws in SC that would require your siblings to help in the care of your Mom. Depending on her...

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As POA and bill payer of elderly parents how do I prevent bad financial choices by my mother?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 19, 2014

Hello, If your Mom is mentally competent, then it is her choice as to how her money is spent. You may though want to discuss with her how...

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What a formal annual Trustee offering accounting should include?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 19, 2014

Hello, A professional fiduciary or accountant experienced in preparing trust accounts would be your best resource for what should be included.

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Can I become guardian of estate my las vagas mom if I live out of state? I currently have poa, liv will, and executor of trust

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 19, 2014

Hello, In addition to retaining NV counsel, the terms of the Trust and POA generally would give you the authority to act on behalf of your Mom...

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How do I set up an estate for my deceased father that did not leave a will, and is owed 40,000 from his company?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 19, 2014

Hello, Since your Dad passed without a Will, he died intestate, so the laws of Missouri would decide how his assets will be distributed. You...

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Can my Dutch mother file a petition for probate in Ca for the inheritance of her deceased brother naturalised as American?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 19, 2014

Hello, It appears that your uncle died intestate -- without a Will and your aunt has decided to file probate and petition to administer your...

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My mother has dementia, what responsibility do her attorney and trust officer have?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 18, 2014

Hello, The trustee is tasked with managing the trust for the benefit of the beneficiaries. If your Step Mom was not cared for pursuant to the...

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Can I direct in a 3rd party special needs trust that my property will be available as the primary residence?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 18, 2014

Hello, It is highly recommended that you consult with a special needs trust attorney because you do not want to take the chance of your daughter...

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Can the beneficiary of a trust incur any expenses?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 18, 2014

Hello, To clarify, your mother in law had a home in her living trust. When she moved to another state the home incurred damages. Your mother...

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What % will the trustee be paid out of the revocable living trust and which state's law would apply and what is the % based on?

Ivette's answer | Answered on August 18, 2014

Hello, The amount a trustee is paid is determined by the grantor of the trust and is reflected in the trust document. Many times people use as...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

Can I make my siblings help take care of my mother whom is disabled and living with me ?

As POA and bill payer of elderly parents how do I prevent bad financial choices by my mother?

What a formal annual Trustee offering accounting should include?

Can I become guardian of estate my las vagas mom if I live out of state? I currently have poa, liv will, and executor of trust

How do I set up an estate for my deceased father that did not leave a will, and is owed 40,000 from his company?

Can my Dutch mother file a petition for probate in Ca for the inheritance of her deceased brother naturalised as American?

My mother has dementia, what responsibility do her attorney and trust officer have?

Can I direct in a 3rd party special needs trust that my property will be available as the primary residence?

Can the beneficiary of a trust incur any expenses?

What % will the trustee be paid out of the revocable living trust and which state's law would apply and what is the % based on?