How to Submit an Original Will to a South Carolina Probate Court from Out of State
Detailed Answer Short overview: If you live out of state and have the original will of someone who died in South Carolina (or who owned property in South Carolina), you must submit the original will to the probate court in the appropriate South Carolina county. That county is generally where the decedent was domiciled at […]
Read article →Buying Out Siblings' Interests in Family Property in South Carolina
Buying Out Family Co-Owners of Real Property in South Carolina: A Practical FAQ This FAQ-style guide explains how a co-owner can buy out siblings’ interests in real property under South Carolina law. It assumes the reader has little or no legal background and walks through the common legal steps, options, and practical tips. This is […]
Read article →Buying Out Siblings’ Shares of a Parent’s House in South Carolina: How to Avoid a Probate Sale
How to Buy Out Siblings’ Shares in a Parent’s South Carolina House Without a Probate Sale Short answer: In South Carolina you can often buy out your siblings’ inherited shares by negotiating a written buyout, getting a current appraisal, having heirs or the personal representative sign deeds (or a settlement), and obtaining any necessary court […]
Read article →Can an estate recover money an heir withdrew after a parent died? — South Carolina
What if an heir withdraws money from a deceased parent’s bank account or credit cards? (South Carolina) Short answer: Money or charges made after a person dies generally belong to the deceased person’s estate, not to an individual heir. In South Carolina the personal representative (executor/administrator) can demand the funds back, bring a civil claim […]
Read article →South Carolina: Asking the Court to Appoint a Guardian ad Litem for Minor Heirs Before Selling Inherited Land
Can you ask the court to appoint a guardian ad litem for minor heirs before selling inherited land in South Carolina? Short answer: Yes — in South Carolina you can ask the probate or other appropriate court to appoint a guardian ad litem (GAL) or other fiduciary to protect minor heirs' interests before selling inherited […]
Read article →South Carolina: Court Approval to Sell an Inherited Home When Co-Owners Include Minors
How to get court approval to sell an inherited home when co-owners include minors Disclaimer: This article provides general information about South Carolina probate and property procedures. It is not legal advice. Consult a South Carolina attorney about your specific situation before taking action. Quick summary If a decedent’s home passes through probate or a […]
Read article →Filing a Year’s Allowance Petition in South Carolina: What to Include
Detailed Answer — What to include when filing a year’s allowance petition in South Carolina This section explains, in plain language, what you typically must include when you ask a South Carolina probate court to grant a year’s allowance (sometimes called a family allowance) for a surviving spouse or dependents. This is a general guide […]
Read article →How to Handle a Mother's Estate in South Carolina: Step-by-Step Probate and Estate Administration Guide
Disclaimer: This information is educational only and does not constitute legal advice. For guidance tailored to your situation, consult a licensed South Carolina attorney. Detailed Answer — Step-by-step guide to administering a parent’s estate in South Carolina When a parent dies, you will usually need to collect assets, resolve debts, and transfer property to heirs […]
Read article →South Carolina: Converting an Estate Administration to a Small Estate Procedure
Converting an Estate Administration to a Small Estate Procedure — FAQ This page explains, in plain language, how to move from a regular estate administration to a small estate procedure in South Carolina when you’ve reached a statutory distribution or allowance limit during administration. This is an educational overview—not legal advice. Consult a lawyer or […]
Read article →South Carolina — Paying Back Taxes on Inherited Land When You Are Not on the Deed
Short answer Paying delinquent property taxes on inherited land in South Carolina does not by itself make you the legal owner. Payment can protect the property from immediate tax sale, create a claim for reimbursement or an equitable lien in some situations, and may strengthen later claims if you take other steps (for example, probate […]
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