Questions answered by Shannon Thebaut Howell

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What are the steps that I need to take to protect my asset from creditors?

Shannon's answer | Answered on August 23, 2011

Generally, steps to protect assets must be taken before you have creditor problems, not to avoid an existing creditor. Trying to avoid an existing...

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My mother died 13 years ago and we had everything held joinly except some stock that we over looked some how.

Shannon's answer | Answered on August 18, 2011

Some states have a small estate procedure, wherein you can claim assets with a value under a certain amount without having to go through probate. ...

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My father added my name to his savings account with the intent being for me to pay the remaining costs for his funeral, and the

Shannon's answer | Answered on August 17, 2011

It all depends on how he "added" your name to the account. Were you merely added as a co-signer, or was the account made a joint account so that...

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What is the law about inheritance for a foreigner investing in the US?

Shannon's answer | Answered on April 13, 2011

Your assets in the U.S. will be subject to the probate code in the state which you reside or where the assets are located. Depending on your...

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Estate advice for elderly needed

Shannon's answer | Answered on March 31, 2011

Eligibility for benefits can be complex...I would suggest contacting a trained eligibility counselor from one of the veteran's organizations in...

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Where do you recommend I begin research on my rights and duties as one of four owners of an inherited home and property?

Shannon's answer | Answered on March 24, 2011

Your ability to pass on your portion of the interest in the home really begins with how the home is currently titled between you and your siblings....

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My father is 84 years old & would like to put us kids on the title of the houses. What kind of attorney do we need to see that

Shannon's answer | Answered on February 25, 2011

In addition to the points raised above, putting you and your siblings on title to property while your father is still living raises serious tax...

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My husband has been given 3-6 months to live. He lives in England and I live in the States. We jointly own a house in Nebraska

Shannon's answer | Answered on February 14, 2011

Depending on how the home is titled, you may or may not automatically get the house. You need to go see an estate planning attorney as soon as...

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Bank co owner liability

Shannon's answer | Answered on January 20, 2011

I am not a MD attorney, so this answer is based on general principles only. Liability for the rental property will only flow to you if you are an...

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I'm trying to get a settlement and was told id have to have/get a estate? what is that law in missouri or what does that mean?

Shannon's answer | Answered on October 29, 2010

I am not licensed in MO, so I am just speaking in general terms here. Usually, when a minor is to receive a large sum of money, a guardianship...

Shannon Thebaut Howell's Answers (48)

What are the steps that I need to take to protect my asset from creditors?

My mother died 13 years ago and we had everything held joinly except some stock that we over looked some how.

My father added my name to his savings account with the intent being for me to pay the remaining costs for his funeral, and the

What is the law about inheritance for a foreigner investing in the US?

Estate advice for elderly needed

Where do you recommend I begin research on my rights and duties as one of four owners of an inherited home and property?

My father is 84 years old & would like to put us kids on the title of the houses. What kind of attorney do we need to see that

My husband has been given 3-6 months to live. He lives in England and I live in the States. We jointly own a house in Nebraska

Bank co owner liability

I'm trying to get a settlement and was told id have to have/get a estate? what is that law in missouri or what does that mean?