If that is the choice of the father.
All children born within a marriage as well as the ones born out of wedlock but recognized as the father are entitled to inheritance to carry the same surname as their father and all other rights stemmed from the relationship. Any inheritance will be divided equally among the children and any other people inheriting.
All her biological children are equally entitled as heirs at law.
no, not at all
The oldest / most capable of the 4 most likely unless there is a power of attorney. For purposes of inheritance, they are all equal.
All the children of the world are his children.
no,they are not.
In general, children from a second marriage do not inherit rights or assets from the estate of their parent's previous deceased father. However, laws vary by jurisdiction, so it's important to consult with a legal expert to understand specific rights related to inheritance and estate laws in your region.
Prov:13:22: A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just. Throughout the Old Testament, it speaks of leaving an inheritance for children, usually in the form of property. In the case of the prodigal son, it can be seen that goods or wealth could also be involved in the inheritance. Luke 15:11-13: " And he said, A certain man had two sons: and the younger of them said to his father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me. And he divided unto them his living. And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, and took his journey into a far country, and there wasted his substance with riotous living."
Yes, the estate is responsible to settle all the debts. That includes all medical bills. Until these have been paid, the children are not entitled to receive anything.
what do the kids receive at age 9 the give
It is possible if the estate has more than enough assets to clear all of the debts.
If there is no real estate and the total net worth, including life insurance payouts is less than the state and federal inheritance tax limits, the five children can pretty much divide up the assets, after making sure all debts have been paid. If there is a house, or if there are substantial debt, or if the children cannot agree on who gets what, someone will have to file for administration of the estate and file an inheritance tax form, probably, to get the tax lien removed from the property, if the state he died in has an inheritance tax. One or all of you should consult an estate or probate lawyer.