They may be entitled to a portion of his estate under the state laws of intestacy. You can check your state laws at the related question link below.
Maybe, maybe not. Different places have different laws. In some places, all children (estranged or not) are assumed to be heirs unless the will specifically states otherwise, and sometimes even that's not sufficient and the child is entitled to a share in the estate anyway.
It depends on a number of factors: Are you listed in the will? If not, you probably are not entitled to anything. If you husband has passed away, and he had children with you, you may be entitled to some of it in trust for the children. If your husband is living, no, the inheritance belongs to him.
He would have a claim on the estate. In many cases the step children do not have a claim on the estate.
They can certainly claim a portion of the estate. They are entitled to it as much as any other descendants. And in most cases if there is no will, there is a portion of the estate that they get.
You can check your state laws of intestacy at the link provided below. Choose your state then click on "Read the text". Generally in Colorado the distribution of an intestate estate with a surviving spouse and children depends on whether the surviving children are also the children of the surviving spouse.
Probably Spouse first, then his Estate then the children.
Laws regarding inheritance vary by jurisdiction, but generally, estranged children can still be entitled to claim a portion of their father's intestate estate if they are able to establish their legal right to inheritance. However, this may depend on factors such as the laws of the specific jurisdiction, any existing wills or legal documents, and the nature of the estrangement. It is advisable to seek legal counsel for guidance specific to the situation.
Yes
No, the estate is responsible for all debts, including those of the burial. However, if the children sign the contracts for the funeral arrangements, they may be responsible.
If an heir of an estate dies who entitled to that portion of the money?
Was her name still on the deed? Technically only the executor of the estate can sell the house. If they were still legally married, yes, she is entitled to part of the estate. Her children that were not his children, would not be entitled to any share of the estate.
The estate is responsible.