Ohio is not a community property state, however, in divorce in Ohio the court defers to rules akin to community property. Generally everything...

Dad passed away leaving property value less than reverse mortgage balance; should I do deed in lieu or foreclose?

As a general rule, in California, mortgage on residential property are non-recourse, meaning the lender cannot come after you for any deficiency. ...

Vehicle expenses community property?

You are not providing enough facts to determine the answer. Its not even clear if you are married. Community property only applies to married...

Do I pay taxes on money given as a gift if im in the United States but am a Canadian Citizen?

Gifts taxes are the liability of the donor not the donee. With that said, I am not familiar with Canadian law. There could be tax issues for you...

My grndmther died in Miss. 11 mos ago (2/11). the lawyer who prepared her will has not given it to the court yet. what can i do?

I tried to find an answer for you quickly online, but the issue does not seem to be covered in the Mississippi Code (MSCODE). I did not do a Lexis...

My aunt died intestate, and my uncle is claiming to be the administrator , how can I check its validity?

Based on what you have written, your Uncle would have no right to serve as administrator. Only those interested in the estate would. To be a...

Beneficiary rights? Do I have any if something doesn't seem right?

First, understand that the attorney representing the estate does not represent you. He represents the Executor - the boyfriend. He is not your...

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As a trust beneficiary, do I have the right to know the trustee's fees?

You are absolutely entitled to know what is going on. The only issue that makes answer a little difficult is your statement regarding a settlement...

What does a "One-time Beneficiary" mean in the Administration of a Probate Estate?

It not a term of art or legal term. They could be saying that your were once a beneficiary under a prior document, but its strange. A beneficiary...

The only assets in the estate are approx 332 share of common stock, valued at ( net ) $3,500.00

My apologies, I missed that one of the heirs refuses to cooperate. The small estate affidavit can only be used by the person entitled to the...