Nevada — Can Medicaid File a Claim Against a Parent’s Home or Force a Deed Transfer?
Can Nevada Medicaid file a claim against a parent’s home or force you to sign over the deed? FAQ — clear, practical answers for Nevada residents. Short answer No. Nevada Medicaid cannot legally force you to sign over a deed while your parent is alive. After your parent dies, the State may seek recovery from […]
Read article →Nevada: Why an Inherited House May Not Be a Probate Asset — Can You Make Mortgage Payments to Avoid Foreclosure?
Disclaimer: This is educational information only and not legal advice. For guidance specific to your situation, consult a Nevada attorney. Detailed Answer Why an inherited house may not be a probate asset under Nevada law Not all property a person owned when they died becomes part of their probate estate. In Nevada, an asset avoids […]
Read article →Nevada: Challenging a Sibling’s Use of a Deceased Parent’s Bank Account Before Probate
How to Respond if a Relative Uses a Deceased Parent’s Bank Account for Mortgage Payments in Nevada Short answer: Whether you can stop a sibling from using a deceased parent’s bank account before a court appoints an administrator depends on who has legal access to the account (for example, a joint account with right of […]
Read article →Nevada: Recovering Sentimental Items Taken by a Sibling During Probate
Recovering Sentimental Property During Probate in Nevada Disclaimer: This article explains general Nevada law and common steps people take when sentimental personal property is taken during probate. It is not legal advice. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed Nevada attorney. Detailed answer — how recovery normally works under Nevada law If a close […]
Read article →Nevada: Enforcing or Disputing an Oral Agreement About Dividing Wrongful-Death Proceeds
Detailed Answer Short overview: In Nevada, an oral agreement about how to divide wrongful-death proceeds can sometimes be enforced, but it is more difficult to prove and to enforce than a written agreement. Who can make binding deals for the proceeds, what counts as evidence of an agreement, and the right procedural route to dispute […]
Read article →Nevada Probate: Do Administrators Have to Post a Bond or Can Heirs Waive It?
Do I have to post a bond to serve as administrator in Nevada probate, or can everyone waive it? Short answer: Under Nevada law, the court normally requires a fiduciary bond from a personal representative (administrator) but the court may waive or reduce the bond if all interested persons consent in writing and the court […]
Read article →Nevada: How to Apply to Be Administrator of a Parent's Estate When There Is No Will
Serving as Administrator for a Parent Who Died Intestate in Nevada: A Step‑by‑Step FAQ Detailed Answer When a person dies without a will (intestate) in Nevada, the court must appoint a personal representative (often called an administrator) to collect the assets, pay valid debts, and distribute property to the heirs under Nevada law. This FAQ […]
Read article →Nevada: Selling an Estate House Facing Foreclosure When a Co‑Administrator Refuses to Sign
How to sell a house in an estate that’s facing foreclosure when a co‑administrator refuses to sign Short answer: In Nevada, if one co‑administrator of an estate refuses to sign to sell estate real property, the practical route is to ask the probate court to authorize the sale or to appoint a personal representative with […]
Read article →Nevada — Court Approval to Release Estate Funds During a Distribution Dispute
Detailed Answer This article explains the steps a personal representative or an interested person usually takes in Nevada when money from an estate must be released but beneficiaries or other interested parties disagree about how to split it. This is a general explanation of common court procedures and practical options under Nevada probate practice. It […]
Read article →Nevada: How Sale Proceeds from a Parent’s Home Are Distributed Under a Will
How sale proceeds from a parent’s home are handled under Nevada law Detailed answer — what happens to leftover money after a home is sold and debts are paid? When a deceased person’s home is sold as part of settling their estate, the money from that sale is treated like any other estate asset. Under […]
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