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I called the Probate Court to see what would be involved in getting one of Maria's heirs to become an administrator. They informed me that if it has been more than 4 years since Maria passed away, it will be difficult / impossible to appoint an administrator for Maria's estate. She passed away...
Our lawyer stated the cost for his services and the costs associated with the courts make this a less favorable option. Some of the fees mentioned, that are associated with option 2 include: our lawyers fee (~$5,000 - $10,000), court appointed appraiser (~$750 - $1,000), court appointed realtor...
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I should be more clear when I say "uncooperative". Their actions seem to convey disinterest more than a lack of cooperation / a risk of contesting. Their individual share is 1/6 of the overal 25% (and the property is estimated to be worth $75K) - so that equates to $3,125 for...
Wow. This site is great. Thank you so much for your response.
Regarding rights of survivorship, Jane and Maria's father (my great grandfather) willed the property to Jane and Maria (with the 75/25 split). We found this out as a result of a title search (in preparation of selling the...
My jurisdiction is: Houston, Texas
Note: Property is in Houston Texas.
My grandmother (Jane) died intestate. She owned 75% of her home and her sister (Maria) owned 25% of the home. Maria is also deceased.
Jane has 5 descendants who are now heirs (entitled to 75% of the property) and...