Unfortunately a small estate affidavit is probably not sufficient. An administration is likely necessary. Contact a probate attorney.

What is the least expensive way to have a will probated and how do I find the person who will do it inexpensively?

Probate attorneys I know all charge about the same for probate, and filing fees are the same no matter who does it. Make no mistake, you will need...

She cannot lawfully use his bank account unless she is a join-owner, signator or POD beneficiary. His funeral expenses are now debts of the...

Can you contest a durable financial power of attorney and a sale of your 90 yr old mothers home?

If she is on medicaid, the selling of the house may be in her or her estate's best interest.

Probate process on behalf of minor child with no will?

I am sorry for this difficult situation for you and your daughter. In Texas, probate is a process that requires that you be represented by an...

When receiving medicaid assistance at time of death any assets owned shall be taken by medicaid for reimbursement.

You are mostly correct. But estate planning to avoid medicaid estate recovery is tricky business. Consult a probate attorney. It MAY be as simple...

If you parent dies, no will, there are surviving adult children. They have expenses incurred trying to sell the house and one si

Pretty sure a co-owner can't buy at foreclosure sale. Additionally, in order to exercise any rights as a creditor of the estate, absent a mutual...

Can property be sold if all parties refuse to sign the deed?

Short answer - if land is co-owned by multiple people, no one person (or number less than all) can RIGHTFULLY sell all the land. Each owner can...

Can a Will be contested if it has never been probated and can you contest Will if the person is still living?

The GENERAL rule is that a will must be probated within four years of a person's death. There are exceptions. A will is not of any effect and can...

When do I get the opportunity to object to independent administration of a will?

Individual notice is not required when probating a will that names that person to serve independently. Unless and until the executor does not...