How to Open Probate in Idaho for a Sibling’s Estate When You Live Out of State
Can you open probate in Idaho for a sibling’s estate if you live out of state? Short answer: Yes — you can generally open and manage probate in Idaho for a deceased sibling even if you live in another state, but you must follow Idaho probate procedures, file in the correct Idaho district court, provide […]
Read article →How to Settle a Parent’s Estate in Idaho and Handle Property in Another State
Settling a Parent’s Estate in Idaho and Handling Property in Another State: A Step‑by‑Step Guide Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and every situation is different. Consult a licensed Idaho attorney (and counsel where the out‑of‑state property is located) for guidance tailored to your case. Quick overview If your parent died […]
Read article →How to Transfer Property Title in Idaho After a Spouse Dies
Step-by-step FAQ: Transferring Real Property After a Spouse Dies in Idaho Disclaimer: This is educational information only and not legal advice. Consult a licensed Idaho attorney before signing or recording any deed. Detailed answer — what generally must be done to record a deed so your child becomes owner When a spouse dies and you […]
Read article →How to Ensure a Wrongful Death Settlement Is Filed and Split Correctly in Idaho
Detailed Answer — Filing and Splitting a Wrongful Death Settlement under Idaho Law This guide explains the key steps to make sure a wrongful death settlement in Idaho is filed correctly with the court and distributed exactly as you and the other parties agreed. It assumes no prior legal knowledge and focuses on practical steps, […]
Read article →Idaho — Can a Co‑Heir Be Required to Reimburse an Appraisal Before an Estate Buyout?
Can a co-heir be required to reimburse an appraisal before an estate buyout? — Idaho guidance Short answer: Possibly — but whether you can legally force a co‑heir to reimburse you depends on who ordered and paid for the appraisal, whether an estate administration is open, and whether you have (or get) court approval or […]
Read article →Idaho: Do you still need a transfer‑on‑death deed or payable‑on‑death designation if your will leaves everything to your daughter?
How beneficiary deeds and payable‑on‑death designations interact with a will under Idaho law Short answer: A will alone does not necessarily control every asset you own at death. In Idaho, assets titled with beneficiary designations or held in ways that pass outside probate—such as transfer‑on‑death (TOD) or beneficiary deeds for real estate and payable‑on‑death (POD) […]
Read article →Idaho — How to Put a Deceased Parent’s House into You and Your Siblings’ Names
Detailed Answer Disclaimer: This is general information and not legal advice. Consult a licensed Idaho attorney for advice about your specific situation. Overview — what usually happens when a parent dies without a will in Idaho When someone dies without a will (intestate) and they owned real property solely in their name, title to that […]
Read article →How to Assume or Keep a Deceased Parent’s Home Mortgage in Idaho
Detailed answer Short overview: After a homeowner dies, the mortgage does not simply disappear. Under Idaho law you must sort out title (who legally owns the house) and the mortgage lender’s rights. That usually means one or more of the following: the title transfers to you by operation of law (for example, joint tenancy or […]
Read article →Proving Parentage for Inheritance in Idaho: How to Establish Heirship When Dad's Name Isn't on the Birth Certificate
Proving Parentage for Inheritance in Idaho: Steps to Establish Heirship When you must show you are a decedent’s child to inherit, but your father's name does not appear on your birth certificate, Idaho law offers several ways to establish parentage. Below is a practical, step-by-step explanation of the legal routes, typical evidence used, and how […]
Read article →Protecting an Inheritance in Idaho When an Estate Is Contested
Detailed Answer Scope and disclaimer: The guidance below explains common ways people protect inheritances under Idaho law. This is for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. For advice on a specific situation you should consult a licensed Idaho attorney. Overview of the legal context in Idaho In Idaho, estate distribution and contests […]
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