Ohio: How Children Inherit and Who Administers an Estate When There Is No Will
Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. If you need legal guidance about a specific Ohio estate, consult a licensed Ohio probate attorney or the probate court in the county where the decedent lived. Detailed Answer — How Ohio distributes an intestate estate among children When a person in […]
Read article →Ohio: How to Get Court Approval to Sell a House and Pay Off the Mortgage
Detailed Answer: How to get court approval to sell a house and pay off the mortgage under Ohio law When a house needs to be sold but the property is controlled by a court process—most commonly because it is owned by a decedent’s estate, is property of a person under a guardianship/conservatorship, or is otherwise […]
Read article →Using Payable-on-Death (POD) Accounts to Pay Estate Creditors in Ohio
Can payable-on-death (POD) accounts be used to pay estate creditors? Short answer: In Ohio, payable-on-death (POD) accounts normally pass directly to the named beneficiary and do not go through probate. That means they are typically not part of the probate estate that an appointed executor or administrator uses to pay the decedent’s creditors. However, there […]
Read article →How to Open an Estate Bank Account in Ohio Using an IRS EIN
This FAQ-style guide explains how to open an estate bank account in Ohio using an IRS Employer Identification Number (EIN). It outlines the common documents banks require, steps to get an EIN for an estate, and practical tips for fiduciaries administering a deceased parent's estate. This is educational information only and not legal advice. Detailed […]
Read article →Ohio — Late Creditor Claims After the Notice Period: What Happens?
Late Creditor Claims Against an Ohio Estate — What Can Happen Quick overview: When a person dies in Ohio, creditors normally must present claims against the decedent’s estate within the time limits set by Ohio law. If a creditor waits and files after the applicable notice period ends, the estate’s personal representative (executor) and the […]
Read article →How to Claim Your Share of a Parent’s Estate in Ohio When They Die Without a Will
How to claim your share of a parent’s estate in Ohio when they die without a will Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This article provides general information about Ohio law and does not constitute legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, contact a licensed Ohio probate attorney or the probate court in the […]
Read article →Surviving Spouse Rights in Ohio When a Spouse Dies Without a Will
Understanding Your Rights as a Surviving Spouse in Ohio When Your Spouse Died Without a Will Short answer: If your spouse died without a will (intestate) in Ohio, you have specific, statutory rights to their property, and you generally have priority to be appointed to manage the estate. You can ask the probate court to […]
Read article →Getting Appointed Estate Administrator in Ohio When a Spouse Dies Intestate
Overview If your spouse died without a will (intestate) and their relatives refuse to cooperate, you can still ask the probate court to appoint you as the estate administrator (sometimes called the personal representative). This article explains the typical steps in Ohio, what the court will look for, how to handle uncooperative family members, and […]
Read article →Claiming Foreclosure Surplus After a Parent’s Death in Ohio
Detailed Answer Notice: This is general information, not legal advice. Consult an Ohio attorney or the local probate court to address your specific situation. What the money is and who owns it When a mortgage or lien holder forecloses and the sheriff or court sale produces more money than is needed to pay the judgment, […]
Read article →How to Transfer an Inherited Membership Interest in a Single‑Member LLC in Ohio
Transferring an Inherited Membership Interest in a Single‑Member LLC: What to Do in Ohio Short answer (overview) If the sole member of a single‑member Ohio LLC dies, the member’s membership interest becomes part of the deceased person’s probate estate. The personal representative (executor or administrator) appointed by the probate court will handle the interest according […]
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