If they left any property in their own names the estates must be probated in order for title to property such as bank accounts to be changed. An estate of real property must be probated in order for title to pass to the heirs legally.
Yes. An estate that holds real property must be probated in order for title to the real property to vest in the heirs legally.
Yes. An estate that holds real property must be probated in order for title to the real property to vest in the heirs legally.
Yes. An estate that holds real property must be probated in order for title to the real property to vest in the heirs legally.
Yes. An estate that holds real property must be probated in order for title to the real property to vest in the heirs legally.
Yes. An estate that holds real property must be probated in order for title to the real property to vest in the heirs legally.
No, you still have to go through probate. But you get to decide where your property goes. Otherwise without a will the state will decide (ORC) where your estate goes. It makes it simpler for you and your loved ones in the end.
The exact distribution depends on the state you are in but when a person dies without a will and direct decendents the estate still goes through probate. Generally probate distributes the estate (after taxes) to the wife and children, the parents (of the deceased), the siblings, the nephew and nieces and then to more remote relatives such as cousins, etc. If there is no relatives to distribute to and no will then the estate goes to the state.
You should consult with an attorney. If your parents died owning real estate their estates must be probated in order for title to pass to you legally. An attorney who specializes in probate in your jurisdiction can review your situation and explain your options.If your parents are living and want to transfer their real estate to you, you still need the advice of an attorney.You should consult with an attorney. If your parents died owning real estate their estates must be probated in order for title to pass to you legally. An attorney who specializes in probate in your jurisdiction can review your situation and explain your options.If your parents are living and want to transfer their real estate to you, you still need the advice of an attorney.You should consult with an attorney. If your parents died owning real estate their estates must be probated in order for title to pass to you legally. An attorney who specializes in probate in your jurisdiction can review your situation and explain your options.If your parents are living and want to transfer their real estate to you, you still need the advice of an attorney.You should consult with an attorney. If your parents died owning real estate their estates must be probated in order for title to pass to you legally. An attorney who specializes in probate in your jurisdiction can review your situation and explain your options.If your parents are living and want to transfer their real estate to you, you still need the advice of an attorney.
Yes, if the sale is made according to state law. A court appointed personal representative must sell the property while the estate is "still in probate". After the probate procedure is completed the estate has been distributed and they no longer have any authority.
Without a will, her estate will have to go through probate.
Yes, the executor of the estate may do what they can to insure the value of the estate doesn't lose value. But the estate will need to file a tax return for the rental income.
Yes, the will can still go into probate. The distribution should be recorded in the books of the estate.
You do not have the authority to do that. You can obtain permission from the probate court, or the executor of the estate. Often there is a small estate probate method that allows it to be done quickly and at limited cost.
You can obtain a copy of your mother's will at the probate court where the estate has been filed.
Yes, the estate is still responsible for the debt. Debts are one of the primary reasons someone should open an estate. The estate has to pay off the debts. If the estate cannot do so, they distribute as best they can. If the court approves the distribution, the debts are ended.
To become an executor of an estate in Colorado, you need to be named as such in the deceased person's will. If you're not named, you can still apply to the probate court to be appointed as an executor. This involves filing a petition with the court and providing necessary documentation, such as the death certificate and the will. It's advisable to consult with an attorney familiar with Colorado probate laws to guide you through the process.
Probate can be a long process. At a minimum it will take about 4 months to work through the notification of debtors process. There are some estates that are still open after decades of work.