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6/27/2008
Ellen, Attorney
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My condolences on the death of your brother in law. Was he a resident of Texas? Did he leave any other close family members surviving? Did he have any asset or debts? Please give me more information and I will try to assist you.
My condolences on the death of your brother in law. Was he a resident of Texas? Did he leave any other close family members surviving? Did he have any asset or debts? Please give me more information and I will try to assist you.
Hello,
Yes, the State would likely handle the estate. You have no obligation to open the estate.
However, since he owned the land and trailer subject to a mortgage, you may consider inquiring into the value of the equity before you make a decision. At the very least, you could ask his lady friend her approximation of the value.
Yes, the State would likely handle the estate. You have no obligation to open the estate.
However, since he owned the land and trailer subject to a mortgage, you may consider inquiring into the value of the equity before you make a decision. At the very least, you could ask his lady friend her approximation of the value.
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