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6/22/2009
Leon, Solicitor
Category: Australia Law
Satisfied Customers: 52,712
Experience: BEc Dip Ed, Dip Law (SAB) MTax (UNSW)
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yes you need to get probate. If the Will simply says you each get half of everything what you do is value the assets less the debts.
you then receive a cash amount for your half share and your brother received the property and any additional cash to make up his half share.
I hope this is of assistance and if so please click on the accept button
yes you need to get probate. If the Will simply says you each get half of everything what you do is value the assets less the debts.
you then receive a cash amount for your half share and your brother received the property and any additional cash to make up his half share.
I hope this is of assistance and if so please click on the accept button
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