Estates

The spouse of a beneficiary has no rights to the estate. Removal of property without the executor's authorization could be prosecuted as theft.

If your mother grants you the power of attorney. Otherwise it will require a court order.

The check is not for the guardian. The check is for the benefit of the minor and must be used for that. They can be held accountable to the court.

That will depend on the laws in your specific jurisdiction. States have passed laws regarding what is allowed, such as the hours someone can call, whether they can be called at work and how often contact can be made.

You will have to negotiate that with the lender. It may require a new loan on the property.

Typically spouses have a deed as tenants by the entirety. This means he inherits the house automatically when the wife dies. Filing a death certificate with the deed will clear the title.

That depends on the laws of intestacy in your state and whether the decedent had a will leaving the property to a beneficiary. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link.

That depends on the laws of intestacy in your state and whether the decedent had a will leaving the property to a beneficiary. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link.

That depends on the laws of intestacy in your state and whether the decedent had a will leaving the property to a beneficiary. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link.

That depends on the laws of intestacy in your state and whether the decedent had a will leaving the property to a beneficiary. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link.

Certainly, that is the duty of the executor, to settle the estate, which includes liquidating assets to cover debts and distribute the proceeds in accordance with state law.

If there is no surviving spouse, or, at least in the state of Iowa, no designate; then all surviving children of the deceased are considered the legal next of kin. It is not illegal in any way to divide ashes. It is general practice in the Funeral Industry to deliver cremains (ashes) to which ever child has been appointed either by Durable Power of Attorney or by family mandate as the contractor of final arrangements. Once the cremains have been delivered to said person then those cremains become the business of the family and whatever they may chose to do with them, as long as there are no EPA violations involved, become the private business of the family. If there is a designate or a spouse involved than they have the final and legal say so as to the disposition of cremains and the children have no legal recourse.

A charity trustee can be anyone over the age of 18 who is not disqualified by law, such as individuals with certain criminal convictions or those declared bankrupt. Trustees can come from various backgrounds and professions, bringing diverse skills and perspectives to the organization. It's essential that they are committed to the charity's mission and able to fulfill their legal and fiduciary responsibilities. Many charities also seek trustees with specific expertise, such as finance, law, or fundraising, to enhance their governance.

Yes, you certainly can do that. Commission rates are negotiable and you don't have to take or accept it.

There is no estate until the testator has died. Only after death does the estate exist and at that point, it may be possible to get some support help, depending on the will and the laws.

A good heir should possess qualities such as leadership, responsibility, integrity, adaptability, and a strong work ethic. They should also be able to make sound decisions, communicate effectively, and have a genuine concern for the well-being of the organization or entity they are inheriting.

The most essential part of an insurance contract is that it is basically a contract of utmost good faith. The proposer will not conceal any vital information, which will be detrimental at the time of deciding any claim by the insurer.

There is no set fee, the executor is appointed by the person making the will and could be anybody, even a member of the family or a trusted friend.

Report the matter to the court that made the appointment immediately.

Report the matter to the court that made the appointment immediately.

Report the matter to the court that made the appointment immediately.

Report the matter to the court that made the appointment immediately.

It is possible to force the sale. The estate has to settle all debts before transfer of any property. One sibling may buy out the other two if they wish, at fair market value.

Ohio has no set time frame. Complex estates can take many years to sort out and close.

Insurance policies owned by the decedent that do not name a beneficiary, those made payable to the decedent or to the estate are probate assets and thus subject to the executor's fee.

Insurance policies owned by the decedent that do not name a beneficiary, those made payable to the decedent or to the estate are probate assets and thus subject to the executor's fee.

Insurance policies owned by the decedent that do not name a beneficiary, those made payable to the decedent or to the estate are probate assets and thus subject to the executor's fee.

Insurance policies owned by the decedent that do not name a beneficiary, those made payable to the decedent or to the estate are probate assets and thus subject to the executor's fee.

The executor is expected to exhaust the resources of the estate to resolve all debts. If the value of the estate does not cover them, those owed money are short changed and the beneficiaries do not receive anything.

They have breached their fiduciary duties as a trustee. They can be brought up on a number of criminal charges or sued in civil court.

The car can be repossessed. The estate is responsible to return the vehicle and resolve the lease or loan.

File the claim with the executor of the estate. It should include receipts and other appropriate documentation.

The executor's fee is compensation for the work done. It is often calculated as an hourly rate, plus appropriate expenses (mileage, phone calls, etc.). In some places it is capped by law to a certain percentage of the estate's value.