Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
my sister had power of attorney for my mother, which I understand ceases when the person dies. mother passed away last month. sister stated that she cannot distribute funds until taxes are filed. mother received ss and a pension each month and has been in a nursing home several years. sister sold mothers house before she died for $147,000. there is a will but it does not look like my sister is filing an estate. can she hold the funds from me and my brother?
Thank you for your help,
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3 Answers from Attorneys
It may depend on how title reads for the assets (bank account) whether probate is required.
You need to have all papers reviewed by a Probate attorney. Impossible to say if she is acting properly without a review of the papers.
A POA expires upon death of the person giving it.
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