You are in a very precarious situation. You and your wife need to consult with an estate planning attorney in the Vancouver, WA area ASAP so that...

I would elaborate a bit on the previous answer. I can't tell from your question whether you have been appointed as Executor of your parents'...

I inherited land, but it there are multiple deceased relatives on the deed. Who owns the land?

I can't tell for sure from your question whether your great uncle is still alive. Also, you didn't mention whether the real estate and your great...

I recommend that you consult with your father's tax advisor to get a definitive answer to your question. However, in general, it is likely that...

Any attorney practicing in the area of estate planning or real estate should be able to prepare a Beneficiary Deed (Transfer on Death Deed). For...

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How can a learn about my grandfathers estate ?

It is likely true that your aunt (or others) will be unable to sell the property without filing a probate action for your grandmother's estate. If...

What is the average price for help with estate planning, and do you need to keep an attorney on retainer after setting up?

There really is no "average" because everyone's needs are so different. The best way to find out about the potential cost is to identify an...

You will not get the bank to change the names on the mortgage without a formal assumption which will likely incur a significant fee. But you...

What do I need to do to keep from loosing everything so I can place my husband in a care center?

If you get the appropriate advice you will not "lose everything". There are remedies that the law allows to protect some of your assets from the...

No friends or family. Feeling pressured into an attorney being guardian. Any advice?

A guardian could only be appointed by the Superior Court Judge if you were deemed to be incompetent to handle your financial or medical affairs. ...