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The laws vary from state to state, but in general, no, it is your spouse that inherits.

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Yes, if there is no will, the spouse can typically become the administrator of the estate, often referred to as the personal representative or executor in intestate succession. The laws governing this process vary by jurisdiction, but in many places, the spouse has priority over other potential heirs. They may need to file a petition with the probate court to be appointed as the administrator.


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Abandoned PropertyAbandoned property is one to which the owner has relinquished all rights including reasonable expectation of privacy. It is property left behind (often by a tenant) intentionally and permanently when it appears that the former owner (or tenant) does not intend to come back, pick it up, or use it.Generally, abandoned property becomes the property of person who finds it and takes possession of it first. Examples of abandoned property are possessions left in a house after the tenant has moved out, or autos left beside a road for a long period of time and or patent rights of an inventor who does not apply for a patent and allows others to use his/herinvention without protest. However, an easement and other land rights are not abandoned property just because of non-use.Abandoned property laws govern the requirements that must be followed to dispose of unclaimed property. Please view your state laws for the requirements in your state. Laws are provided for Self Storage facilities and general abandoned property law.Unclaimed Property LawUnclaimed property is generally defined as a liability a company owes to an individual or entity when a debt or obligation remains outstanding after a specified period of time. An uncashed payroll or dividend check is a common type of unclaimed property. Most unclaimed property becomes abandoned as a result of a change of address (the owner moved), a name change (the owner got married or divorced), or death of the owner (the estate was unaware of the money or the heirs could not be located). Every state has unclaimed property laws which declare money, property, and other assets to be abandoned after a period of three to five years of inactivity. Click link for specific: Self Storage Laws by StateDisclaimer:This article is a guideline and is not legal advice - No information here iswarrantedorguaranteedfor any purpose., as laws vary from state to state, it is not intended to be an all inclusive discussion of the law applicable to any action in your state. Please consult with a legal professional when appropriate - if you are charged with a crime, contact a criminal defense attorney.[video=]


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Wife and husband married for 18 years estate left to son of previous marriage is there anything she can get?

Many states give a surviving spouse a right to inherit a portion of their late spouse's estate under the doctrine of election, even if the decedent left the property to someone else by will. You need to check your particular state.Many states give a surviving spouse a right to inherit a portion of their late spouse's estate under the doctrine of election, even if the decedent left the property to someone else by will. You need to check your particular state.Many states give a surviving spouse a right to inherit a portion of their late spouse's estate under the doctrine of election, even if the decedent left the property to someone else by will. You need to check your particular state.Many states give a surviving spouse a right to inherit a portion of their late spouse's estate under the doctrine of election, even if the decedent left the property to someone else by will. You need to check your particular state.


Is the surviving spouse responsible for the medical bills of a deceased spouse in NM?

The estate is responsible for all the debts of the deceased in New Mexico. The spouse will only inherit what is left after the debts are resolved.


Are the inheritance rights of an x wife above sibling?

Generally, an ex-spouse is not an heir at law. Therefore, they would inherit nothing unless the decedent left a will that specifically left property to the spouse even if there was a later divorce. If the decedent died intestate the ex-spouse has no right to any inheritance. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link provided below.


In Texas, when a spouse dies, who is entitled to the house?

In Texas, when a spouse dies, the surviving spouse is typically entitled to the house if it was community property or if it was left to them in the deceased spouse's will.


What happens if you are left a property in a will but it was sold prior to death to pay for residential care?

You cannot inherit property from an estate which no longer owns that property.


When a couple owns a lot of property in Georgia and one dies does all the property go to the spouse?

In Georgia, whether all property goes to the surviving spouse depends on how the property is titled and whether the deceased spouse left a will. If the property is jointly owned with the right of survivorship, it automatically passes to the surviving spouse. However, if the property is solely in the deceased spouse's name and there is no will, Georgia's intestacy laws dictate that the property may be divided among the surviving spouse and any children. It is advisable to consult an attorney for specific legal guidance in such situations.


Is there a law according to which father has distribute his property equally among all his sons?

I don't know what country you're talking about but there is no such law in the US. When a person dies, his or her property will be left to whomever is named to receive the property in the will. if there is no will, the property will go to the spouse. If there is no spouse, the property will be inherited equally by all children of the deceased. If there are no children, no spouse, and no will, then I'm not sure.


Is the surviving spouse responsible for medical debt left behind in Texas?

In Texas, the estate must resolve all debts including medical bills. Until that is done, the spouse cannot inherit anything.


What can I do when a property has been left to me in a will after a foreclosure of that same property has been adjudicated?

As I understand your question, you 'inherited' a property that was the subject of a foreclosure. The bank has a superior title and you cannot inherit the property. The bank owns it.


Does property left in a will go to the surving spouse?

It depends on the specific details laid out in the will and the laws of the jurisdiction. In some cases, property left in a will may go to the surviving spouse, while in other cases, it may be distributed according to the deceased person's wishes as outlined in the will.


Are your children entilded to part of an estate left in death if there is no will?

Yes, the intestacy laws typically call for children to inherit. If the spouse is still living, the estate is split.


If you are married and your spouse dies and you are not living together and the property is in the spouses name what happens to it?

The answer depends on many factors. It depends on whether you live in a community property state and when your spouse acquired the property. It depends on whether your spouse left a will and if the property was devised in the will. It depends on whether there is a provision in your state law whereby a disinherited spouse can claim a share of the estate by "election" if the property was devised to another person. If there was no will then you can check the laws of intestacy in your state in the link at the related question below. You should contact an attorney in your area to determine if you have any interest in the property.