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You need to do an application to enter probate - even if they died intestacy as your mom did.
If there is a will, and the estate is straightforward and family is all kum-ba-ya and you are super organized and have time, in some counties in TX you can do probate on your own as Texas is a fairly easy probate state IN THEORY. I've been executrix twice and imho you really need to get a good estate or probate attorney even under the best of circumstances. Again, some counties require an attorney for probate.
But your mom died intestate - there is a whole sticky aspect to that as the heirs have to be determined and you will need to do legal to establish that. That is what N1K is referring to. If your parents had more than their single marriage you will need to research on the prior marriages and any issue (heirs) possible. Plus the sheer fun of having to figure out separate V community property and commingling of assets. If this wasn't properly done when your dad died it could be another sticky problem. You'd be surprised who comes out of the woodwork at probate hearings.
The court will name an executor or administrator as there is no will. Now if you are not a resident of the state or deemed unqualified, then the court can name an outside administrator. They have a list of attorneys at the ready to do this and their paralegals are usually about the courthouse and available. About the "unqualified", if the judge senses there is any family friction, then they will name an outside administrator; or if you have any prior significant legal issues - like bankruptcy or old felony, then you can be unsuitable even if you are a heir.
One thing you can do to increase your suitability is to do the inventory of the assets of the estate and some idea of the estate's debt (the Notice to Creditors will bring those out but it is good to show you understand the process). The family really, really needs to look all kum-ba-ya in agreement on your being the administrator.
Could there possibly be a will - even an old will - out there? I'd check with whomever did probate on your dad's estate to see if they have a will in their files. All this info is in the courthouse, (you might be able to go online to get it if it's in the last decade). You have lots of time in TX to open probate, so no need to rush. Good luck and keep a sense of humor.
Diana: Even if your mother died intestate, you still need a lawyer, who will send out notices to all family members requiring their signatures. Your lawyer will also petition the court in order for your to become the executor or personal representative (as in Florida).
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
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You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
If there is a will, and the estate is straightforward and family is all kum-ba-ya and you are super organized and have time, in some counties in TX you can do probate on your own as Texas is a fairly easy probate state IN THEORY. I've been executrix twice and imho you really need to get a good estate or probate attorney even under the best of circumstances. Again, some counties require an attorney for probate.
But your mom died intestate - there is a whole sticky aspect to that as the heirs have to be determined and you will need to do legal to establish that. That is what N1K is referring to. If your parents had more than their single marriage you will need to research on the prior marriages and any issue (heirs) possible. Plus the sheer fun of having to figure out separate V community property and commingling of assets. If this wasn't properly done when your dad died it could be another sticky problem. You'd be surprised who comes out of the woodwork at probate hearings.
The court will name an executor or administrator as there is no will. Now if you are not a resident of the state or deemed unqualified, then the court can name an outside administrator. They have a list of attorneys at the ready to do this and their paralegals are usually about the courthouse and available. About the "unqualified", if the judge senses there is any family friction, then they will name an outside administrator; or if you have any prior significant legal issues - like bankruptcy or old felony, then you can be unsuitable even if you are a heir.
One thing you can do to increase your suitability is to do the inventory of the assets of the estate and some idea of the estate's debt (the Notice to Creditors will bring those out but it is good to show you understand the process). The family really, really needs to look all kum-ba-ya in agreement on your being the administrator.
Could there possibly be a will - even an old will - out there?
I'd check with whomever did probate on your dad's estate to see if they have a will in their files. All this info is in the courthouse, (you might be able to go online to get it if it's in the last decade). You have lots of time in TX to open probate, so no need to rush. Good luck and keep a sense of humor.