Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania

Any kind of power of attorney is valid only until the person dies. After that, the deceased's assets may be dealt with only by the personal representative (administrator or executor, depending on whether there was no will or there was a will). The personal representative must first take care of all debts, including taxes, before distributing any remaining property.

Ownership of property that is titled in or with others depends on exactly what form of ownership it is. Check with a lawyer familiar with property and estates in the county where your father resides.

This response is not legal advice, since I do not have all of the information that would be required, and I do not have a representation agreement with you.

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