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No, the wife is not always the sole heir to an estate when there are children involved. In many jurisdictions, the distribution of an estate depends on the laws of inheritance or the terms of a will. Typically, a surviving spouse and children may share the estate, with specific proportions determined by state laws or the deceased's wishes outlined in a will. It's essential to consult local laws or a legal expert for accurate guidance in specific cases.
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Who is heir to estate?
An heir to an estate is usually the spouse, children, or next of kin. The heir may also be named in a will. If their is none of these options, then the estate will go to the state.
If an heir passes away before estate settlement what happens to the estate settlement?
If the heir died after the decedent, any property that was inherited by that heir would become part of that heir's estate. The heir's estate would also need to be probated.
Could a stepchild be considered an heir to an estate?
to the parents they are blood related to, or adopted, otherwise they must make them an heir by including them in their will.
Who has to pay the bills of the deceased?
The "estate" or the heir. But the heir's responsibility is limited to the amount of money in the estate. In other words, the heir does not become responsible for all the debts personally as if they were his own. The estate, but not the heir. The heir has no liability for the debt - the debts might only go to reduce the amount the heir might get.
If an heir of an estate dies who is entitled to that portion of the money?
If an heir of an estate dies who entitled to that portion of the money?
If you are listed as an heir to your uncle's estate in an unsigned Will can you still be an heir if there is no will and he has a daughter?
Very doubtful. The daughter is entitled to the estate if there is no will.
Which one is correct 'a heir' or 'an heir'?
I was considered 'an heir' of my grandmother's estate under the state laws of intestacy.
Can an affiant on a small estate afidavit withdraw from being an heir to the estate in Oregon?
Anyone can withdraw from being an heir. There is no requirement to accept an inheritance.
What is an heir?
An heir is someone that inherits from an estate due to being a descendant or relative of the deceased.
Can a legally adopted adult be cut entirely out of her mother's estate if she is the only legal heir?
Yes, there is no requirement for children to be left anything if they are adults.
Does a will have to be probated for only 1 heir?
Typically a will must be filed -- usually in court. Whether you need to actually open a probate estate, however, depends on the size of the estate and who the heir is. For example if the estate is very small and the heir is an adult, the state may have a procedure that simplifies the process. If the estate is large and the heir is a minor, however, as another example, full probate may be required.
How do you distribute if one heir pays cash in to the estate?
It depends on why the heir paid cash to the estate. If it was a loan to the estate, it should be paid back first. If it was to pay the estate back for a loan, it is divided up like the rest of the assets.
