Maryland — Do leftover proceeds from my parents' home sale go to beneficiaries under Dad’s will?
What happens to leftover sale proceeds from a parent’s home under Maryland law? Short answer If the house is sold after your father’s death by the personal representative (executor/administrator) and the sale proceeds become part of your father’s probate estate, any money left after paying mortgages, liens, administration costs, and valid creditor claims is distributed […]
Read article →Maryland: Can You Reimburse Yourself from an Estate for Paying a Decedent’s Vehicle Lien?
Can You Be Reimbursed from a Maryland Estate for Paying a Decedent’s Vehicle Lien? Short answer: Possibly. If the vehicle was part of the decedent’s estate and your payment preserved or protected estate property or paid a valid creditor, you may have a valid claim for reimbursement. The claim can be paid as an administration […]
Read article →Maryland: How Remaining Estate Funds Are Distributed to a Decedent’s Children
Distributing Remaining Estate Funds to Children in Maryland — FAQ-style Guidance This page explains the typical steps an administrator or executor follows in Maryland to distribute the leftover funds in an estate to the decedent’s children after taxes, creditor claims, and administration expenses are paid. It is educational only and not legal advice. Detailed answer […]
Read article →Maryland: Bond Requirements for an Administrator of an Intestate Estate
FAQ — Bond requirements when appointed administrator of an intestate estate in Maryland Short answer: In Maryland, a court normally requires a personal representative (administrator) to post a fiduciary bond when appointed to administer an intestate estate. The court can set the amount of the bond, and in many situations the bond requirement can be […]
Read article →Maryland: Factors the Court May Consider When Appointing an Estate Administrator
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. If you need help with a Maryland probate or estate administration matter, consult a licensed Maryland attorney or the local register of wills. Detailed Answer When a person dies, a court or the register of wills […]
Read article →Using Sale Proceeds to Pay Estate Expenses in Maryland
FAQ: Paying Estate Administration Costs from Sale Proceeds in Maryland Short answer: Yes — if you are the personal representative (executor or administrator) in Maryland, you generally may use estate funds, including proceeds from selling estate property, to pay reasonable and necessary administration expenses such as junk removal, cleaning, and personal property cleanup. You must […]
Read article →Maryland — How Unauthorized Charges to a Parent's Estate Are Handled in Probate
How unauthorized charges to a parent's estate are handled in Maryland probate Disclaimer: This is general information and not legal advice. It explains how the Maryland probate system typically deals with unauthorized charges against a decedent's assets. For advice about a specific situation, consult a Maryland probate or elder-law attorney. Quick answer Unauthorized charges (fraudulent […]
Read article →Maryland: Regaining Control of a Deceased Parent’s Bank and Credit Card Accounts
What to do if someone else is using a deceased parent’s bank or credit card accounts in Maryland Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. Consult a Maryland attorney for advice about your particular situation. Detailed answer — step-by-step actions under Maryland law If someone continues to use a deceased parent’s bank accounts or […]
Read article →Maryland — How to Secure a Decedent's House and Prevent Siblings from Taking Belongings Before You Are Appointed Administrator
How to Secure a Decedent's Home and Protect Estate Property in Maryland Quick answer: Act quickly but carefully. Document the scene, preserve evidence, avoid confrontation, and seek court protection if necessary. You may be able to obtain emergency relief from the Register of Wills/Orphans’ Court to prevent removal or sale of property before a personal […]
Read article →Maryland: What Happens After the 90-Day Waiting Period for an Unclaimed Property Claim?
How Maryland processes unclaimed property claims after the 90-day waiting period This FAQ explains what commonly happens after you submit an unclaimed property claim to the Maryland State Treasurer’s Office and the office’s typical 90-day review period. This is educational only and is not legal advice. Detailed answer — what to expect after the 90-day […]
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