There are two exceptions that may allow a Medicaid applicant to transfer their homestead without penalty that might be applicable in your...

How can i get a quit deed notarized after death

As my colleague says, you cannot notarize a deed after the property owner's death. If the deed from your husband's father to his uncle was not...

Can the beneficiary of an IRA annuity be a trust? Please see other questions below. Thank you?

The beneficiary of an IRA annuity can be a trust but this may not be desirable since - unless an exception applies - complete distribution must be...

Should my parents put their home in my & my sister's name before going in to assisted living/nursing home?

If your parents transfer their home to you or your sister for less than fair market value, they will not be eligible for Medicaid until the gift is...

Florida law provides that, as long as the trust remains revocable, the trustee owes duties exclusively to the grantor. Therefore, the successor...

If I understand your question your father and mother were given a life estate in your grandparent's home and you and your siblings the remainder...

Does Florida intestacy require a bond?

Generally the Personal Representative will open an estate bank account to hold cash assets and the proceeds from sale or liquidation of non-cash...

How does it work when a deceased family member receives something from another estate?

It is not possible to answer this question without reviewing the terms of the Will or trust under which the gift to your uncle was made. If you...

Your sister is right. The title company should not report to the IRS on Form 1099-S that you have sold a 1/3 interest in the property. You are...

In assisting you with your estate planning, the attorney should review with you the impact of Florida laws making prisoners liable for their...