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Q: Does my mom need a lawyer from P.R. to find out if her deceased brother had a will or any assets, especially his house?

This is what she texted , saber que cantidad tiene en El banco yo Tengo Toda information del banco pero no me quiere dar information SI

no por abogado. La propiedad a nombre de quin esta y pasarla a nombre mia yo Tengo Toda information.

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answered on Dec 3, 2023

Your mother can ask her deceased brother's relatives if the brother has an existing Will or Trust. If the family members refuse to share this information, it would be advisable for your mother to seek legal assistance. A lawyer can help verify the existence of a Will or Trust, determine if any... View More

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Q: What is Specific devise in regards to deceased spouse owned property

Spouses Sister is executor of the estate and her lawyer mentioned specific devise in regards to the house in deceased spouse’s name only.

I need to file a petition to transfer the property to my name.

The joint property looks like I don’t need to do anything until I sell it

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answered on Dec 3, 2023

Transferring assets from a deceased individual to another party can be a complicated undertaking. To safeguard against potential legal disputes in the future, it is advisable to seek legal counsel from a lawyer who can assist you throughout this intricate procedure. Furthermore, the lawyer can... View More

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Q: What are my rights for having more time in deceased parent's house?

My parents accumulated a massive amount of stuff over their nearly 2 centuries of combined life together. I have been working 15 hours a day for the last 12 months both on sorting through and disposing of that stuff as well as making repairs to the house. The other beneficiary who owns or will own... View More

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answered on Dec 3, 2023

Can you confirm whether your parents have created a Will or a Trust, ensuring that everyone is aware of the distribution of assets? If they have not done so, it appears that you will have to go through the probate process. It is advisable to consult a Probate lawyer who can assist you in resolving... View More

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Q: Can the property of a minor be put into a trust with an appropriate court order?

Last year my daughter's father suddenly passed away. She inherited his home as well as a small mortgage.

Being the mother of the child I have been appointed as her legal guardian. The property has been put in her name and this is causing a ton of problems, for example most insurances... View More

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answered on Dec 3, 2023

I'm unsure if you have already consulted with an attorney as of now. If you haven't, it is crucial that you promptly get in touch with a lawyer to receive guidance throughout this complex procedure. Moreover, the lawyer can provide assistance regarding any possible tax consequences. It is... View More

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Q: Can I sell my house to a trust(myself and wife), file a 1099a, the trust(borrower), me+w(trustee) , treasury dep(lender)

I've been seeing things surface recently of people buying houses using a 1099a form and having a trustee hold the assets that are dispatched by the treasury department. Is it possible to sell my house to a trust that we make jointly, file a 1099a and have the treasury department as the lender,... View More

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answered on Dec 3, 2023

In order to comprehend your intention and decide if this strategy is suitatble for you, it is importatn to gather more information. Trust is a powerful tool for protecting assets and deferring taxes. However, this is a complex legal matter that should not be pursued without professional assistance.... View More

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