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54 legal questions have been posted about estate planning by real users in Idaho. Ask your question and dive into the knowledge of attorneys who handle your issue regularly. Similar topics to explore also include trusts and estates, powers of attorney, and charitable giving. All topics and other states can be accessed in the dropdowns below.

Is it possible for my grandmother to change what was written in a house document without his sonโ€™s permission?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Estate Planning
It is her house. She can do anything she wants with it as long as she has the mental capacity.
It is her house. She can do anything she wants with it as long as she has the mental capacity.

Can my cousins sell my grandfather's property?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   12 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Estate Planning
They can sell it only if their names are on the title. If not it will have to go through probate court, and they will have to notify you.
They can sell it only if their names are on the title. If not it will have to go through probate court, and they will have to notify you.

What is the best course of action to take if my brother thinks I misused my mom's reverse mortgage?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Jayne L. Sebby (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Estate Planning
Ask to see the document granting your brother Power of Attorney for your mother's financial affairs. If he does have POA for Finances, check to see when his authority is in effect (all of the time, just when your mother is incapable of handling her own affairs, etc.), and whether he has the power to address this particular issue. If he does, then cooperate with the attorney and work to get the issue resolved.... Read More
Ask to see the document granting your brother Power of Attorney for your mother's financial affairs. If he does have POA for Finances, check to see... Read More

Can a POA be passed on to the surviving spouse of my sister done without drafting up new documents?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Corcoran Phipps (Unclaimed Profile)   |   20 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Estate Planning
No. Each attorney-in-fact has to be named in a properly executed durable POA.
No. Each attorney-in-fact has to be named in a properly executed durable POA.