How to Protect an Inheritance in Ohio When a Family Member Contests an Estate
FAQ — Protecting an Inheritance When a Family Member Contests an Estate (Ohio) Detailed Answer If someone in your family files a contest to an estate, you can take concrete steps to protect the inheritance you expect to receive. Below is a practical, step-by-step explanation of how inheritance disputes generally play out under Ohio law, […]
Read article →How to Get Appointed Administrator of a Sister's Estate in Ohio
Administrator appointment in Ohio – FAQ How to become the appointed administrator of a sibling’s Ohio estate when there is no will Disclaimer: This article explains general Ohio probate concepts and is not legal advice. Laws change and every case is different. Consult a probate court clerk or an attorney licensed in Ohio for advice […]
Read article →Notifying Heirs When Opening Probate in Ohio
Notifying Heirs When Opening Probate in Ohio: What Notices Are Required Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This is informational only and not legal advice. Probate procedures vary by case and court. Consult a licensed Ohio probate attorney or your local probate court to confirm what applies to your situation. Detailed Answer When someone dies […]
Read article →Ohio: Finalizing Probate When a Will Is Outdated and Getting Authority to Sell Estate Property
Detailed Answer Short summary: In Ohio, an older will remains the decedent’s controlling testamentary document unless it was revoked. To finish probate and obtain legal authority to sell estate real estate you must (1) have the will admitted to probate (or determine that no valid will exists), (2) obtain letters testamentary or letters of administration […]
Read article →Selling a Home with a Reverse Mortgage in Ohio When the Lender Requests Renunciation Letters
Can I sell my father's Ohio home when the reverse mortgage lender asks for renunciation letters? Short answer: Yes — in most cases you can sell the house, but you will need to resolve the reverse mortgage first. Lenders often ask for renunciation letters or similar documents to confirm who has legal authority to act […]
Read article →Ohio: What to Do If an Uncle Refuses to Renounce So You Can Be Personal Representative
Detailed Answer Short answer: If your uncle refuses to sign a renunciation so you can qualify as personal representative (administrator or executor) in Ohio, you can still ask the probate court to appoint you. Ohio probate courts have procedures to handle a nominated person's refusal or failure to qualify. Your best approach is to file […]
Read article →Ohio: How to Set Up an Annuity or Structured Payment for Settlement Funds for a Child
Detailed Answer — Managing settlement funds for a minor in Ohio If you have settlement money that will benefit a child, Ohio law generally requires that the child’s money be protected and managed in the child’s best interest. Common ways to protect those funds include a court-approved structured settlement (an annuity that pays over time), […]
Read article →Ohio: First Step to Determine Legal Ownership of a Portion of a Relative’s Land
Detailed Answer — first practical step to find who owns a portion of the land (Ohio) If you want to determine who legally owns a portion of land that belonged to your grandfather in Ohio, start with a title search at the county level. A title search shows the chain of recorded documents (deeds, transfers, […]
Read article →Ohio: How Jointly Held Bank Accounts and Property Are Handled When a Person Dies Intestate
Detailed Answer This FAQ explains how jointly held bank accounts and real property are typically handled under Ohio law when a person dies intestate (that is, without a valid will). The short answer: ownership and title language control whether assets pass automatically to a surviving co‑owner or must be distributed through probate under Ohio's intestacy […]
Read article →Ohio — What Estate Property Expenses Can Be Tracked and Reimbursed Before Sale
Detailed Answer Short overview: If you are administering an Ohio estate (as an executor, personal representative, or administrator), you may pay reasonable and necessary expenses to preserve estate property before it is sold. Those costs are generally paid from estate funds and later reimbursed through the estate accounting or by court order. Keep careful records, […]
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