North Dakota: Factors Courts Consider When Appointing an Estate Administrator
Detailed Answer This section explains the main factors North Dakota courts typically consider when appointing an estate administrator (sometimes called a personal representative) for a decedent’s estate. This is an educational summary only and not legal advice. Statutory framework North Dakota law governs probate and appointment of personal representatives under the state probate code. See […]
Read article →North Dakota: Using Estate Sale Proceeds to Pay Junk Removal and Cleanup Costs
How North Dakota law treats using estate sale proceeds for cleanup, junk removal, and related expenses Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. Consult a licensed North Dakota attorney for guidance tailored to your situation. Detailed Answer When someone dies, the property they owned becomes part of the estate. Money from selling estate property […]
Read article →Handling Unauthorized Charges to a Parent’s Estate — North Dakota Probate FAQ
What to do when you discover unauthorized charges to a parent's estate — North Dakota probate FAQ This FAQ explains how North Dakota handles unauthorized or improper charges made against a deceased parent's estate during the probate process, what remedies are available, and practical steps you can take. This is educational information only and not […]
Read article →Regaining Control of a Deceased Parent's Bank and Credit Card Accounts in North Dakota
How to Regain Control of a Deceased Parent’s Bank and Credit Card Accounts in North Dakota Disclaimer: This is general information only and is not legal advice. Laws change and every situation is different. Consult a licensed North Dakota attorney for advice about your specific situation. Quick answer — What to do first If someone […]
Read article →North Dakota: Securing a House and Inventorying Estate Property Before Administrator Appointment
Detailed Answer Hypothetical facts: A parent who lived in Grand Forks died recently. The decedent left no appointed personal representative, and several adult children live nearby. You intend to petition the court to be appointed Administrator of the estate, but you are concerned a sibling may remove personal property from the house before the court […]
Read article →North Dakota — After the 90-Day Waiting Period for an Unclaimed Property Claim
Detailed Answer If you file a claim for property reported to the State of North Dakota and that claim enters the post-report waiting period, here is what typically happens afterward under North Dakota law and administrative practice. 1. Treasurer’s review and verification After the 90-day waiting period, the North Dakota State Treasurer’s Office (the office […]
Read article →North Dakota — How to Get Appointed Administrator of a Parent's Estate
Overview: Getting Appointed as an Estate Administrator in North Dakota This FAQ-style guide explains, in plain language, how someone can be appointed to administer a loved one’s estate in North Dakota when that person died without a will (intestate). It walks through who has priority, what to file with the court, typical deadlines, and practical […]
Read article →North Dakota — Order of Succession Among Children for Intestate Estate Administration
Understanding Who Controls and Inherits When There Is No Will in North Dakota Short answer: If someone dies in North Dakota without a will (intestate), their children are primary heirs and generally inherit equally. If a surviving spouse exists, the spouse’s share depends on whether the children are also the spouse’s children. If a child […]
Read article →North Dakota: How to Get Court Approval to Sell a House and Pay Off the Mortgage
Getting Court Approval to Sell a House and Pay Off the Mortgage — North Dakota FAQ Quick answer: Whether you need court approval to sell a house and pay off its mortgage in North Dakota depends on who owns the property and why the sale is happening. Common situations that require court approval include sales […]
Read article →Can Payable-on-Death Accounts Pay Estate Creditors? — North Dakota Guide
How payable-on-death (POD) accounts interact with creditor claims under North Dakota law Detailed Answer When someone in North Dakota named a payable-on-death (POD) beneficiary on a bank or savings account, that designation generally causes the account to pass directly to the named beneficiary when the owner dies. That means the account usually transfers outside of […]
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