Mary Randolph

Mary Randolph

J.D. · UC Berkeley School of Law

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How to Determine If a Will Is Valid
It isn't usually hard to tell whether or not a will meets your state's legal requirements for validity. Here's what to look for.
Inheriting an IRA or 401(k) Account as a Surviving Spouse
Spouses get more options than other beneficiaries, and may be able to put off taxes on retirement account funds for longer.
What Are an Executor's Responsibilities to Manage Estate Property?
If you’re appointed executor, how do you keep estate property safe and secure? If there’s a home, for instance, what do you do with it?
Transferring Real Estate Held in a Trust
How do you use a deed to transfer real estate held by a trust? What are the tax and mortgage implications?
Opening a Bank Account for Estate Funds
To collect the deceased person's cash assets and to have a way to pay the bills, you'll need a bank account for estate funds. Here's how it works.
What If the Beneficiary of a Will Has Died?
The will may provide instructions for what happens if a beneficiary predeceases the will-maker, but if it doesn't, state law determines who inherits.
Must You Pay Income Tax on Inherited Money?
Beneficiaries generally don't have to pay income tax on money or other property they inherit, with the common exception of money withdrawn from an inherited retirement account (IRA or 401(k) plan).
What Assets Must Go Through Probate?
Lots of assets, including real estate and retirement accounts, may not need to go through probate.
How Transfer-on-Death Beneficiaries Claim Vehicles
If a car was registered using a TOD form, probate won't be necessary. The beneficiary usually just needs a title and a death certificate.
A Surviving Spouse's Right to Inherit Retirement Accounts
Even a husband or wife who wasn't named as the beneficiary of a retirement account may have the legal right to claim the money.
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