Kansas: Tracking and Getting Reimbursed for Estate Property Expenses Before Sale
Detailed Answer Short overview: When you are administering an estate in Kansas, the personal representative (executor or administrator) may pay reasonable and necessary expenses to preserve estate property before it is sold. These payments typically come out of estate funds and are reimbursed as estate expenses before beneficiaries receive distributions. Keep careful records, get receipts, […]
Read article →Kansas: How to Get Appointed as Estate Administrator or Co-Administrator
Detailed answer — step-by-step guide under Kansas law Short summary: If a decedent left a will naming an executor, that person generally petitions the probate court for appointment. If there is no will, an interested person (usually a surviving spouse, adult child, or other close heir) petitions to be appointed as administrator. The court reviews […]
Read article →Using Wills and Beneficiary Designations to Avoid Probate in Kansas
How to arrange inheritance to reduce or avoid probate in Kansas This FAQ-style guide explains in plain language how wills, beneficiary designations, and other tools can help you and your family transfer assets without—or with minimal—probate in Kansas. This is educational only and not legal advice. Consult a licensed Kansas attorney for advice about your […]
Read article →Kansas — How to Buy Out Siblings’ Shares in a Parent’s House Instead of Selling Through Probate
Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For decisions that affect your rights, consult a licensed Kansas attorney who can review your situation and required documents. Detailed answer — How to acquire the other heirs’ interests in a deceased parent’s Kansas real estate If you want to keep a […]
Read article →Kansas: Recovering Estate Funds Taken from a Deceased Parent’s Accounts
Detailed Answer Short answer: If someone withdraws money from a decedent's bank account or charges a decedent's credit cards after the person dies, those transactions may be reversible. The decedent’s personal representative (executor or administrator) can demand return of funds, pursue civil claims for conversion, unjust enrichment, or breach of fiduciary duty, and in some […]
Read article →Kansas — Can a Court Appoint a Guardian ad Litem for Minor Heirs Before Selling Inherited Land?
Can a court appoint a guardian ad litem for minor heirs before selling inherited land? Short answer: Yes. In Kansas probate and related court actions, you can ask the court to appoint a guardian ad litem (GAL) to protect the legal interests of minor heirs before a sale of inherited real property. The court commonly […]
Read article →Kansas: How to Get Court Approval to Sell an Inherited Home Co-Owned with a Minor
Selling an Inherited Home Co-Owned with a Minor: Court Approval Steps in Kansas Disclaimer: This article explains common Kansas procedures and is for educational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Consult a licensed Kansas attorney about your specific situation. Short answer — What usually must happen When an inherited home is co-owned and one […]
Read article →Year's Allowance Petition in Kansas: What to Include and How to File
Detailed Answer This section explains what to include when you file a petition for a year’s allowance in Kansas probate court. A year’s allowance (sometimes called a "year's support" or "family allowance") is a short-term allowance the court may order to provide for the reasonable support and maintenance of the surviving spouse and minor children […]
Read article →Handling a Parent's Estate in Kansas: Step-by-Step Guide
FAQ — Probate and Estate Steps under Kansas Law This FAQ explains the typical steps someone should take to handle a deceased parent’s estate in Kansas, what Kansas law requires, and practical next steps. This is educational information only and is not legal advice. Detailed Answer When a parent dies, handling the estate usually involves […]
Read article →How to Switch to a Small-Estate Process in Kansas
Can I switch to a small-estate procedure in Kansas after hitting a year’s allowance cap? Short answer: Possibly — but it depends on the value and type of the remaining assets, whether probate or administration has already started, and which Kansas probate rules apply. Read the detailed steps below to learn how to evaluate eligibility […]
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