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Can a family member take property from a deceased family member?
No, taking property from a deceased family member without legal authorization is considered theft. The property of a deceased family member typically goes through the probate process to determine rightful heirs and distribute assets according to the deceased person's will or state law. If you believe there are disputes over the inheritance, it's best to seek legal advice.
Who inherits if the child that was to inherit dies before the inheritor?
The inheritance of any deceased person is divided amoongst the remaining heirs.
What is an affivadit of heirship?
An affidavit that states the heirs of a decedent. An Affidavit of Heirship is used instead of probate when a person dies without a will. http://www.heirship.com/2009/11/affidavit-of-heirship.html
Do all heirs have to sign the inheritance documents?
Yes, typically all heirs named in the inheritance documents must sign to acknowledge their acceptance of the inheritance.
What does the word inheritance mean?
INHERITANCE is the process by which a deceased individual (especially a parent) conveys his wealth and possessions to his heirs (especially offspring). Usually involving a legal document (will or testament), the inheritance process is also referred to as "succession".
Who are legal heirs?
Legal heirs are individuals who are entitled to inherit the assets and property of a deceased person according to the laws of inheritance in their jurisdiction. The specific legal heirs can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances, but generally, they include the spouse, children, parents, and other close relatives of the deceased.
If five siblings are left 40 percent of estate and three siblings are deceased who gets the balance when there is no mention of the three deceased heirs or per capita?
If the three deceased heirs aren't mentioned then the 40 percent will be distributed to the two remaining siblings and the family of the three deceased. It is likely that the three deceased siblings had a will that will ultimately determine what needs to be done with their portion.
Does Louisiana have an inheritance tax?
The Louisiana inheritance tax is imposed on the heirs or legatees of a decedent for the privilege of receiving property from the deceased. Effective January 1, 2008, inheritance tax shall not apply to deaths occurring after June 30, 2004. See Acts 2008, No. 822.
Do adult children have to pay off deceased parents debts from their inheritance?
The debts of the decedent must be paid by the estate. In fact, the debts must be paid before any assets can be distributed to the heirs.
How can you refuse an inheritance?
Simply refuse to accept it. The inheritance will be divided up among the remaining heirs.
Who decides your inheritance?
There's not really such a thing as "your" inheritance. It seems a strong myth in our culture that just by being someone's offspring you are somehow entitled to an inheritance. The property belongs to the owner. The owner will decide who he/she wishes to leave the property to, and write that down in a will. Whoever that person is, they will have an "inheritance". In the event that no will is drawn up, the owner's property will be divided by the State amongst the spouse and children of the owner.
Do you have to pay off debt with your inheritance?
The debts of the estate must be paid before any inheritance is distributed to the heirs.
