I also have a transfer on death deed for his house. If my brothers take me to court, could they force me to liquidate and split 3 ways?
I am the general administrator but the judge is hiring an estate administrator. Does the appointed lawyer get paid by the state or the decedent's estate?
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
In Arkansas, when a court appoints an estate administrator, typically a lawyer, their compensation is usually paid out of the estate's funds. This means that the payment for their services comes from the assets within the deceased's estate, not from the state.
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This bank is in Arkansas. Do I have a right to know any of this information or will I have to wait until it goes through probate? My step sons have been handling his affairs so far neither one of them was on his account either
The decedent owned property in Arkansas, but was a resident of CA and died in CA. Can the will be contested in ancillary court proceedings in AR?
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answered on Oct 20, 2023
No.. The will contest always has to be at the Probate Court that accepted the document as the Will, in this case CA.
We are now working to settle. Since 10 years has now passed on the Judgment and it has not been renewed can they still collect even though it is expired ? Or does them making a timely claim overrule?
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answered on Oct 10, 2023
Making the timely claim should perfect their lien and estate claim. However you can object to the claim on the SOL ground, and it is up to the claimant to convince the Court otherwise. You will need an AR attorney to argue the contested claim.
She did not have a will. can this be used as a will.
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
It is doubtful the so called beneficiary deed has the language and execution requirements of an AR Will. Consult with an AR attorney, but Mother's heirs probably take real property as tenants in common if more than one.
My mother passed with a beneficiary deed that wasn't filled. Her house was intended to go to me. theres no exexcutor, i am acting on her behalf. zillow states the value is 126,000. can an appraiser be used to devalue the house below the 100,000 limit of Arkansas small estate probate limits to... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
Administrator can value Estate assets. An appraiser's value is just his opinion. If the Probate Judge does not like it, he will let him know, and then regular Probate will be required.
Home grown up and really not livable, brand new truck still on drive. Is truck up for sale with property and who do I talk to about purchasing it all
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answered on Aug 25, 2023
What does the State have to do with it? Search the title and start asking around about who his heirs and next of kin is. They are the owners at his death unless he had a probated Will.
In the 1960s my grandparents purchased a lot alongside a highway in Arkansas. My Mother inherited this lot and wants to be able to sell it. However, the original deed’s description has an error, such that the north property line coincides with the centerline of the highway, when it should have... View More
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answered on Aug 21, 2023
A conveyance to a family member with a correct legal description based upon adverse possession with color of title might work to get it sold later. You need a good lawyer, not a title company. Keep in mind your title is not going to be perfect as the correction deed should have been executed... View More
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answered on Aug 2, 2023
Letters of Administration do not issue until a Probate Case is filed.
answered on May 24, 2023
You really need to discuss all the facts with a local Probate attorney, look here on Justia for one. Generally promises to transfer land must be in writing, but there are additional restrictions when the Grantor dies, then the writing must comply with all the requirements of a Last Will. It must... View More
My friend is an adult. Her mother was a widow, and they lived together. As for the house, it's worth less than $75,000.
answered on May 23, 2023
Generally, when there is no Will, you must go through some sort of probate administration whereby the heirs of the deceased are judicially determined and a personal representative is appointed. However, several states have a process available to assist those smaller estates that may not need... View More
Dad passed in 2015. Girlfriend has contacted me this week wanting me to sign a quitclaim deed so she can sell this property. Do I have any rights to my Dad's portion of this property? Would the deed say heirs on it.? Right now the county tax accessors has it listed with her name- and his hame... View More
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answered on May 5, 2023
Hire a competent AR attorney to at least read the Deed. It is very possible that you own an one/half undivided interest as a tenant in common. But someone needs to determine the title. If you are one of the two owners, then agree to the sale and do not sign a Deed until you are paid half the... View More
I live in Michigan.
In Arkansas, my brother and I inherited land from my deceased father. Using a lawyer, he had purchased land from relatives using quit claim deeds.
However, to save money, he used a Bill of Sale to purchase land from one relative. This relative is still... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2023
Bill of Sale is not a conveyance. Suing for Specific Performance will cost some money. Call AR attorneys who handle property litigation. A Partition suit is probably your best option, and hopefully the lawyers can get paid from sale proceeds.
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answered on Mar 27, 2023
What did your Father die owning? You are probably the Heir and Next of Kin, but if there is little property, then Administrating his Estate with Letters is a waste of time. If there is property, hire a competent AZ attorney to represent you.
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answered on Mar 17, 2023
Probably not unless you can show the Court that it lacks subject matter jurisdiction in the first place. An ancillary administration might be needed.
My home burnt down in 2021, at which time the executor entered her will in probate.The fire ins policy was made out to mom & estate.My brother, executor of estate, acknowledges the proceeds go to me, but he says he has to pay moms back taxes out of fire ins proceeds before I get my money.Can... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2023
Hire a probate attorney to probate your mom's estate and explain this to him or her and provide your evidence. You would essentially be making a claim against the estate to honor the contractual agreement.
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answered on Oct 3, 2022
Decedent's Assets are owned by his Heirs At Law (real property) and Next Of Kin (personal property). Probably need an AR attorney to search the title and advise who owns what.
Person lived with partner for 14 years but never married.
answered on Aug 15, 2022
More details would be needed because this is not a clear cut answer. I can say Arkansas does not recognize common law marriage. However, I wouldn't give up just yet. It depends on when the property was acquired (during the 14 years or after). Did your partner have a will? Do your partner have... View More
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answered on Apr 26, 2022
If he dies with you still being his spouse, then you are a Heir and Next of Kin. No responsibilities, just rights as the surviving spouse.
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