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As an executor to an estate, am I required to give the actual will to anyone who requests it, or is a copy sufficient?

Ivette's answer | Answered on January 01, 2014

Hello, It is highly likely that your Dad is a beneficiary of your Mom's estate. As a beneficiary, your Dad has a right to see the will. Your...

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My brother and I own a house together we are both on the title I was locked out.

Ivette's answer | Answered on January 01, 2014

Hello, You may want to check with the county recorder's office on the status of the property taxes to ensure that the it is not subject to...

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What damage can a power of attorney do to assets before death? what should I look out for? what can I do to make things more =

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 31, 2013

Hello, You state that your brother has your Father's power of attorney & is transferring your Father's assets to himself and you. Sorry, but...

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In Wyoming can you simply appoint a new POA and it negate your previous choice?

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 30, 2013

Hello, Under Wyoming law, revocation of a power of attorney should be completed by recordation. According to Article 3, Title 5 of...

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Is it BEST to have two different people as POA & Executor? or OK to have the same? Deciding factors if I have 2 people n mind?

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 30, 2013

Hello, Please note that the decision to have one or two agents/executors is a personal one that should be made by you. Options for you to...

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Im tryin to get power of attorney over my grandmother

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 30, 2013

Hello, Sorry for your loss. Please note that your Grandmother needs to be mentally competent and want to give you her power of attorney. ...

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Im 18 years old and my parents got guardianship over how to i take that off i already lost in court 3 times.

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2013

Hello, The age of majority in Arizona is 18. If your parents were able to get guardianship on you when you are of age, the courts must have had...

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I have a lawyer who charged a fee in setting up my special needs trust fund, i got my last settlement payment ..she is charging

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2013

Hello, Your retainer agreement should outline the fees your attorney will charge for services rendered. It is recommended that you talk to...

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Inheritance question

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2013

Hello, Please advise if your Dad died with a will, trust or no estate planning documents? The will and/or trust will evidence his intentions....

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How would i receive my trust , if the person in charge of issuing it out, does not have my current address or telephone number ?

Ivette's answer | Answered on December 28, 2013

Hello, If you are beneficiary of your friend's trust, then the Trustee will make good faith efforts to locate you. You may also want to...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

As an executor to an estate, am I required to give the actual will to anyone who requests it, or is a copy sufficient?

My brother and I own a house together we are both on the title I was locked out.

What damage can a power of attorney do to assets before death? what should I look out for? what can I do to make things more =

In Wyoming can you simply appoint a new POA and it negate your previous choice?

Is it BEST to have two different people as POA & Executor? or OK to have the same? Deciding factors if I have 2 people n mind?

Im tryin to get power of attorney over my grandmother

Im 18 years old and my parents got guardianship over how to i take that off i already lost in court 3 times.

I have a lawyer who charged a fee in setting up my special needs trust fund, i got my last settlement payment ..she is charging

Inheritance question

How would i receive my trust , if the person in charge of issuing it out, does not have my current address or telephone number ?