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When a spouse dies without a will does the living spouse receive everything?
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∙ 14y ago
In most states, the surviving spouse can "take against the will" if the estate is of a certain size or if no provision is made for the Survivor. There is often a limit to the time the survivor can use the real estate or the amount that can be claimed.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 14y agoIt depends on what state you live in at the time of the death. You need to see a lawyer just for a consultation. Usually the first visit is free.
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∙ 9y agoThat will depend entirely on what the will says. It may split things out to other people and the will has to be followed.
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∙ 16y agoDepends on what the will says.
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