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The order of distribution in Ohio is: Spouse and children, Parents Siblings If there is anyone in a group above you they will split it and you get... Read Answer
First, you'll need to make sure that you're named as the beneficiary of the 401(k), then do her in. Seriously, 401(k) plans - and all other... Read Answer
To sue the deceased, his creditors would sue his estate. If no estate has been opened, the creditors could open one. A power of attorney stops at... Read Answer
Absent a written directive from the deceased, the remains are controlled by: -the surviving spouse, if none or they do not undertake the duty, then:... Read Answer
There is no statute of limitations on probating a will. However, if the property has been taken by others there are statutes of limitation on... Read Answer
You need to file a low asset estate with the local probate court. In Ohio, it's called a "Release from Administration" and it costs $35.00. That will... Read Answer
You need to transfer the title to the person you gave it to and have it recorded.
A trust is an agreement between you and the trustee. You can write almost any terms into it, but you should consult an attorney about what is... Read Answer
Yes, it is likely that if there is are other assets to be distributed, your sons would be entitled to receive their father's share. An estate would... Read Answer
They are her property, there is no reason not to bring them into your home.
Most states have laws for transfer of small estates. The bank can tell you what their requirements are, or you can talk to a lawyer in the state... Read Answer
The usual ways of discovering hidden accounts of the deceased are checking his past tax returns (bank accounts pay interest, stock accounts have... Read Answer
The forms necessary for a probate depends on what state you're in. You need to check with the local probate court. If the house has a mortgage or the... Read Answer
Yes, a will is valid in all states.
I don't know of any contract in the U.S. that requires a seal. Certain documents, such as wills, may require notarization which includes both the... Read Answer
Generally speaking, a residence purchased during the marriage is considered marital property which is owned 50-50. If you were living separately... Read Answer
The property of an unmarried person who dies without a will first is used to pay off his debts then split equally between his children. Sounds like... Read Answer
The executor of a will is allowed to remove possessions from the deceased home, only if those items have been listed on the inventory filed with the... Read Answer
Yes, a will overrides a prenup. A prenup limits the amount that a widow/widower can claim against the estate of the deceased. If the deceased chooses... Read Answer
Your sister would be the executrix. A power of attorney would terminate when your mother passes away. The will appoints the executor/executrix... Read Answer
Possibly, however, you would have the same rights she would have if there is no will. Under the laws of intestate succession (person dies without a... Read Answer
The next of kin for deciding the disposition of remains is the surviving spouse, or if there is no surviving spouse, a majority of the children.
If all of the beneficiaries agree that no rent should be paid, then the estate will not likely press the issue, but there's no guarantee.
In Nevada, rent would need to be paid absent an order to the contrary. Additionally, the estate representative/attorney is to be paid from the... Read Answer