New Jersey — Securing a Deceased Relative’s Home and Inventorying Belongings Before You Are Appointed Administrator
How to secure and inventory a house and prevent siblings from taking belongings before you are appointed Administrator (New Jersey) Short answer: Act quickly but carefully. Preserve the scene, document everything (photos, videos, written logs), lock or otherwise secure the property, notify the police if theft or threats occur, and petition the county Surrogate’s Court […]
Read article →New Jersey — What Happens After the 90‑Day Waiting Period for an Unclaimed Property Claim
What to expect after the 90‑day waiting period for an unclaimed property claim in New Jersey Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This is general information about New Jersey unclaimed property procedures and is not legal advice. For legal advice about your specific situation, consult an attorney. Detailed answer — the post‑90‑day process under New […]
Read article →How to Be Appointed Administrator of a Parent’s Estate in New Jersey (Intestate)
How to be Appointed Administrator of a Parent’s Estate in New Jersey When They Die Without a Will Short answer: If your father died without a will (intestate) you can seek appointment as the estate’s administrator by filing a petition in the Surrogate’s Court for the county where your father lived. The Surrogate will follow […]
Read article →New Jersey — Order of Succession Among Children When There Is No Will
Detailed Answer — How children inherit when there is no will (intestate succession) under New Jersey law When someone dies without a valid will (intestate), New Jersey law sets rules that determine who inherits and in what order. These rules treat children and their descendants as primary heirs. Below is a clear explanation of how […]
Read article →Selling a House with Court Approval in New Jersey: Steps to Pay Off the Mortgage
How to get court approval to sell a house and pay off the mortgage in New Jersey Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This article is educational and does not constitute legal advice. If you are facing a real case, consult a New Jersey attorney who handles probate, guardianship, or real-estate matters for advice tailored […]
Read article →Can Payable-on-Death (POD) Accounts Be Used to Pay Estate Creditors in New Jersey?
Can Payable-on-Death (POD) Accounts Be Used to Pay Estate Creditors in New Jersey? Short answer: Usually no. Payable-on-death (POD) accounts typically pass directly to the named beneficiary outside probate and are not part of the probate estate for paying creditors. However, there are important exceptions under New Jersey law: courts can reach POD funds in […]
Read article →How to Open an Estate Bank Account in New Jersey Using an IRS EIN
Setting up an Estate Bank Account in New Jersey Using an IRS EIN Disclaimer: This article is educational only and not legal advice. For guidance about your specific situation, consult a licensed New Jersey attorney or the Surrogate’s Court. Detailed answer — step-by-step guide An estate bank account is a checking or savings account opened […]
Read article →How to Claim Your Share of a Mother’s Intestate Estate in New Jersey
Detailed Answer Note: you asked about North Carolina, but this article answers under New Jersey law. This is general information only and not legal advice—see the disclaimer at the end. If your mother died without a will (intestate) and you believe you are entitled to a share of her estate in New Jersey, the basic […]
Read article →Surviving Spouse Rights in New Jersey When a Spouse Dies Without a Will
Detailed Answer Short answer: In New Jersey, if your spouse died without a will (intestate), you have statutory rights to inherit, the right to seek appointment as the decedent’s personal representative (administrator), and rights to control certain post-death decisions (funeral, access to property, etc.). The exact inheritance share and procedures depend on who else survives […]
Read article →How to Become the Estate Administrator in New Jersey When a Spouse Dies Intestate
Overview If your spouse died without a will in New Jersey and their blood relatives refuse to cooperate, you can still seek appointment as the estate administrator (also called the personal representative). This page explains, in plain language, the usual legal path, what to expect, and practical steps you can take so a court appoints […]
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