Spartanburg, SC asked in Probate for Massachusetts

Q: I am deeply concerned about what appear to be serious improprieties with my mother's estate. She has alzheimers and is

currently in a psychiatric facility. She has more than enough monthly income, along with long term care insurance, medicare, and my deceased father's veterans benefits to cover her care for some time. My brother is power of attorney and is moving to sell my mother's home right awaybecause he says the money is needed for her care.

I have been told to remove any personal items from the home or they will be disposed of. Many rooms of furniture, etc have disappeared with no explanation. Two very valuable sets os sterling silver flatware are missing and my brother just brushes away my questions. I was not given an opportunity to designate items I wish to have. And my mother is not dead. The premise for selling the home and taking items from the estate seems fraudulent. What can I do to secure the estate? Can the probate court come in and potentially take over to protect the estate?

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Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
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  • Wilmington, DE

A: This is too complicated to answer on this site. I recommend that you consult with an attorney where you live.

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