Our mother, whose estate is in central MO, has recently passed . Myself and my sibling are on opposite ends of the country. We are dead-center of COVID-19 quarantine and are unable to move about the country. We need access to her bank box to see if the booklet is in it so we can appropriately... View More 
answered on Mar 31, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Unfortunately there is not much you can do right now. When a person dies their accounts are frozen and access to safe deposit boxes closed. In order to access a box you will likely need a court order from a Missouri court. And Missouri courts are closed for nonessential... View More
Bil left me 2/3 of the estate, and I know the home I have shared with him for 7 years will have to be sold. His brother is in charge and has given me a week to get out of the home. I have established residency here and this is the only home I have. There is a Will, and I was Bill's sole... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2020
First of all, I am sorry for your loss. Your partner’s will is going to control how his estate is distributed, despite all the care you game him. If you are on title to the house, you have more rights than if it was solely in Bill’s name. If you are not on title you have to be given at least 30... View More
It's been 1 yr 13 days since my hubby passed unexpectedly, there's real estate, & 2 vehichles. Myself & his 2 bio daughters. Plz help
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answered on Jan 31, 2020
There is no law that says that you must utilize the services of an attorney to prepare and file an affidavit of heirship. However, if you do not know how to do this yourself, an attorney can be extremely helpful in preparing and filing the documents for you. More importantly, however, an attorney... View More
Me and my sister obtained a lawyer but our brother did not. Is he now excluded from any inheritance or would the estate be equally distributed?
answered on Jan 6, 2020
The relatives estate will be distributed to his or her heirs regardless of whether they are represented by an attorney.
Is there a legal obligation to get involved in her estate? I prefer to let nature takes it's course.
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answered on Dec 10, 2019
If she doesn't have any assets that need to be retitled, there is nothing you need to do.
my uncle died in 2017. at the time i was incarcerated in the missouri state prison system. Over the phone i was informed by a family member that my uncle willed me an inheritance. The family member refused to tell me how much money i was entitled to. To avoid being heavily taxed due to the... View More
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answered on Dec 7, 2019
You can get a copy from the probate court where your uncle's probate case was commenced.
My sons dad passed away leaving his car to our son, naming our son TOD on title. The car not only was not returned to him but later,forged the title. I can't afford a lawyer. What else can I do?
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answered on Nov 9, 2019
Start by taking your son and the paperwork that you have to your local motor vehicle department and explain the situation to them. Also file a police report for auto theft.
My mother wasn't in her right mind ever since her stroke. My sister moved in with her to help take care of her. While there she manipulated our mother by placing herself as the POA and executor of her will.(never filed in court)She then had our mother put her name on everything including the... View More
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answered on Sep 9, 2019
It sounds like you are saying that the power of attorney that your sister used to transfer everything to herself was obtained through the use of undue influence and, in any event, your mother did not have sufficient mental capacity when she signed it. Those are grounds to have all of those... View More
My fiance has 3 sisters. One of them manipulated their mother to have everything put in her name. Now she is playing the executor of a Will that was never filed in court. She has been dividing some of their mother's money 4 ways. The problem is she has moved into their mother's house... View More
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answered on Sep 4, 2019
If your fiance thinks he might have enough evidence to convince a court that the sister in possession of the house obtained titled by fraud, misrepresentation, duress or undue influence, he might be able to get the deeds and other transfers to the sister set aside and the property restored to his... View More
mom put my sisters name on checking account and title to condo so my sister had total control of all her assets. My mom has given me $12,000 about 4 years ago to buy a car. Never was discussed as a loan. After my moms death my sister decided that was a loan and she deducted that $12k from my share... View More
answered on Aug 20, 2019
For a "loan" or "gift" to count against your inheritance, there would need to be a writing from your mother stating it as such.
*This response is the opinion of the author and is intended for educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, nor does it... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2019
There is no way for anyone in this forum to know.
Its just her car. Someone please help!
answered on Apr 10, 2019
Most states have "small estate" affidavits or affidavits of heirship that permit heirs to transfer car titles, obtain cash from banks or insurance companies, etc., as long as the heir will swear under oath as to certain facts such as: names and addresses of all of the decedent's... View More
My sister is my mother's power of attorney we had a two-family house I live downstairs she lived upstairs we both helped take care of my mother she ran my mom's credit card up to $27,000 and wouldn't pay it so they sued my mother I told the family about it and she evicted me and my... View More
answered on Feb 26, 2019
You could hire a lawyer to contact your sister, threaten to sue if necessary, and seek to get you access. It will cost you money to hire an attorney but if you really have $40k worth of property there, you'll do so.
Seller stated new roof complete new roof 5 years ago Roof has got rotten spots in the plywood bathroom floors got rotten spots in the plywood around the toilet and the tub seller's installed ceramic tiles over to cover it up painted the ceiling is kills Staind blocker and smell blocker I like... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2019
As the petitioner, you are correct that you will have the burden of proving sellers knew about these conditions. This can be shown in many ways: repairs done, older photographs, statements by neighbors, etc. The burden is by a preponderance of the evidence, so more likely true than not.
Her investments and money was split 50% to my aunt and other 50 split between my brothers and me . I borrowed money w a promissory agreement . They say I stole money etc. I’m a trustee they are not. But my personal situation hasn’t been the greatest . Don’t wanna lose my house . They were... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2018
You didn't ask a question but if you want to know what you should do, I suggest you hire an attorney to represent you. This sounds like serious allegations against you.
You stated that the family is "trying" to take you to court. I'm not sure what that means. If they... View More
My wife's name is not on the deed and I need to know if she retains ownership automatically by right of survivorship or does it have to be probated since her name wasn't on the deed prior to being married ?
answered on Aug 13, 2018
Regardless of your marital status, if you have not named a beneficiary on your deed, your property will have to be probated on your death.
Does she get every thing or does my brother and I get it.We are the only siblings left
answered on May 28, 2018
Without a will, (an assuming she was not married), your sister's children get everything.
answered on May 16, 2018
If your dad co-owned the property or is the executor of her estate; then yes, he can. However, if you were paying rent, or had a rental agreement, then he needs to give you 30 days notice.
house and car. My sister wont tell me about the will and her son is telling me I'm rude for asking, I suffer from PTSD and don't want a fight. Do I need to pursue this? Or just let them have everything? (Mom has a beautiful home full of gorgeous antiques. There are things Mom was gonna... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2018
Unless your mother had a will stating that your sister gets everything, then you and your sister have equal rights to her property. Talk to an estate planning attorney ASAP.
answered on Feb 18, 2018
If your mother had a will, she can give her property and assets to anyone she chooses. If your mother died without a will, you and your brother are entitled to equal shares of her estate. Talk to an estate planning attorney local to you about contesting the will.
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