Q: My mom passed away recently. I was on her bank account as POD and listed as TOD on her home, which is now in my name.
I have since closed the bank account but now I am trying to buy her vehicle that she owed $8000 on before her death. When I file probate paperwork (I’m executor of the estate) to try and get the car, do I need to list all of her assets like the house and money that was in her account even though I was POD and TOD, or do I just list the car which is worth about $14,000?
A: You only list those assets that are probate assets. Anything passed by a TOD or POD or a joint owner is not a probate asset.
A: This may qualify for a release (an expedited probate process). In Franklin County, the court provides legal services to the public to help people with these cases and I believe it doesn't cost you anything. Call them at 614-525-3891 or 614-525-3894.
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