The parent is deemed intestate and their estate must be probated. Any estate that contains real property must be probated in order for title to pass to the heirs legally. The property will be distributed to all the legal heirs will inherit according to the laws of intestacy in your particular jurisdiction. Generally, if there is no surviving spouse the property goes the decedent's children and the children of any deceased child. See related question link.
the animal will be confused as to where the parent is but over time will get used to not having a parent
The executor of the estate represents the decedent.
no they don't
The husband gets the house.
If there is no will, the law normally splits the estate between the spouse and the natural children.
It depends on who the home is willed to.
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The debts of the estate must be paid before any distribution of assets is made. If the parent left a will and owned a home, the estate must be probated in order for title to pass to the heirs legally. The creditors must be notified of the death.
Only if your wife leaves the house to you as an inheritance are you legally responsible for her mortgage upon death.
State laws vary regarding this type of situation. You need to consult with an attorney in your jurisdiction who could review the situation and explain your options, if any. That attorney should be one who specializes in probate.
No. The life insurance proceeds pass outside of the parent's will.
No, the property was left to the son. What he does with it is his business.