Inheriting money. Short sale on primary residence in MD pending. What is best way for executor of will to disburse my share?

It will depend on how the relative died. If the relative had taxes and debts to pay off, then it is in the executors best interest to hold onto all...

You are entitled to switch attorneys anytime you wish except in rare circumstances. You should also request a copy of the file from your current...

What are the legal rights of someone that left a piano in a house for at least two decades.

The laws in this area can differ from state to state. In this case, and in most jurisdictions, there would be a fairly strong argument that she...

That will depend on his mental state at the exact moment he signed. Competence can get a bit complicated and messy; but just because a person...

Is Estate responsible for Maine Property Taxes on a house the deceased does not own.

I would go speak to a local tax attorney in the area. Each state's fiscal year and tax rules can be unique. Typically the estate is responsible...

I gave a security deposit to a realtor/property manager for a house, no signed documents on. How do I get my money back?

A demand letter may solve the problem and be less time consuming. You can go to small claims court and sue for your deposit back. This is typically...

Can someone get a power of attorney if they are clearly physical and mentally able to make decisions on there own.

Yes, a standard power of attorney does allow a person to permit others to make decisions on the principal's behalf.

Why will my lawyer not return my calls, he got his commission from the settlement, but will not get back to me about annuity.

Failing to return calls and emails are client's #1 complaint, and an attorney who doesn't keep in contact with a client is a bad business-person in...

My Aunt passed away in December of 1996.We have just recently found out she had a life insurance policy. My mother, her sister,

The other two responses are 100% correct. If your mother had a will that contained provisions which would dispose of the "residue" of her...

Is a contingent beneficiary someone who has been named by the insured of the poilcy?

Mr. Palmer is correct. A contingent beneficiary can also refer to an heir in a Will or Trust - which requires some event to occur prior to...