QUESTION
How do I find out if my mother left me with anything?
Asked on Jan 01st, 2017 on Estate Planning - Utah
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My mother passed away April of 2012. My stepfather said she didn't have a will and us girls don't get anything. I do not believe him. I was very close to my mom and she told me that we are left a good chunk of money. It’s very hard to do anything from here. I just want to see some proof that she didn't have a will or anything.
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Under Utah intestacy laws (meaning no will),in a step-parent situation, the surviving spouse is entitled to the first $75000, ,plus one-half of the remainder of the estate. If the estate is less than $75000, your step-dad is correct, he gets it all. However, if the estate is more than $75000, you and your siblings get one-half of what's left.
Answered on Feb 28th, 2017 at 4:32 PM