Q: My sister passed away. She has $2000 in the bank a car that's worth minimal. Negative eq in a trailer. What do I do?
She has household goods but that's it. What do I need to do? Not sure what she owes.
A: If you paid the funeral bill, and she was not married at her death, and the total of all her assets is under $5000, you can file in the probate court for a Summary Release from Administration, which is a very simplified process. If over $5,000, and under $35,000, then file a Relief from Administration. Call the probate court or check the court web site for the forms to file. Workers at some courts will be helpful, others won't, and will advise you to get an attorney.
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