Depending on how much is in the bank accounts, you may be able to use a Small Estate Affidavit, which allows you to transfer assets (but not real...

How do I get his name switched to mine as his spouse?

My condolences on the death of your husband. The question of transferring your husband's ownership of his mother's house to yourself depends on key...

What will happen if the mortgage is both on your name and one passed away does it need a probate

If both of you are on the mortgage, as well as on the deed to the house, you may be able to provide the mortgage company with a copy of his death...

My condolences in the death of your father. As mentioned before, you should find a local attorney to assist you with the probate case. That...

Would it be best to sell it now to forgo Estate taxes after her passing?

My sympathies to you, your mother and your family. Estate tax would only be imposed if your mother's total estate is worth more than $5.45 million....

How can we get probate rights

Unfortunately, it may be very difficult to prove that your father's verbal promise entitles you to receive either house. The fact that you have...

Should I fire him and ignore the rest, or can I prove to the courts my attorney was wrong and we have nothing in the estate?

You may want to seek the advice of another lawyer if you don't think your current lawyer is doing a fair job. Attorneys generally charge for...

Does a $135,000 property with a Transfer on Death Deed count for the over/under $ 100,000 rule for filing for probate?

The small estate rules in Washington do not apply to real property. If, for some reason, the TOD deed was not done correctly or fails for some...