My husband was an only child, and he was married before, but devoriced, and his children say nothing belongs to me and it only belongs to their daddy, am I wrong thinking that I took care of his mother, while none of them were around to help that what ever is his is mine, been married since august 6, 1997? 10 yrs is along time isn't it, and when I moved into his mother house with me, it told me it was my house, I am so confused what is wrong? greedy, selfish, okay I see both, buth how do i make my point?
2007-07-28 21:51:07 · 14 answers · asked by flannelpajamas1 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
What does the Will say? In the absence of a Will, if her husband is deceased, it goes to her children (your husband and any living brothers and sisters of his). What does your husband say about his share? It's not up to his kids, your husband can decide to keep the stuff, share it with you or give it to his kids.
His kids need to butt out of it and let their dad (your husband) decide. Legally in most places, the wife gets 50% of whatever the husband owns. However, you probably won't even need to make an issue of that as I'm sure your husband is a fair man and will take into account all that you did for his mother.
Good luck!
2007-07-29 01:44:21 · answer #1 · answered by Michael B - Prop. 8 Repealed! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assuming (and hoping) that his mother leaves a will, I'm sure she will leave the majority of the estate to her only child, your husband. Although she may leave something to her g-children your husband should be first in line to inherit. If it is ALL left to your husband then it would be up to him and you being his wife should put you in the #1 spot. It is only right that you come first as his spouse--children shouldnt demand/expect ANYTHING! In fact they should be grateful if they are left anything. Thats why a will is most important. What the will states is what will be done unless someone challenges it. I like the stipulation thats states if anyone chooses to challenge a will that they are automatically "OUT"! Makes people think! Good luck to you and best wishes.
2007-07-29 02:42:04 · answer #2 · answered by naomi b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's long story and I won't bore everyone with the details. But, what I have discovered, here in Texas, is that if there is not a will, half of what you husband owns goes to you. The other half is split equally between the children.
First, before your mother-in-law dies, review the will with a lawyer. If there is not a will, get one asap! Make sure all properties (cars, boats, real estate) have a clear title. If property is left her son, your husband, and the bank has not been paid, you will have to settle with the bank before you get a clear title.
The will decides who gets what. Mom can give the house to your husband, or have all of her possessions divided between who ever she wants. You may have gave assistance to your mother-in-law, but this guarantees nothing. With a will, you can avoid costly court battles.
As for the encounters you are having with the other family members, my advice is to avoid talking to them about the subject. Blow them off and do not get in any heated discussions with them. This solves nothing, but fuels the spirit of contention.
2007-07-29 02:47:53 · answer #3 · answered by jack-copeland@sbcglobal.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If my Husbands mother died and I am his wife?
2014-12-15 23:00:39 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What he gets is half yours. That's the law! His kids can't do anything about it. Your his wife now and that's the way it is. If something happen to your husband then you would get all unless he leaves a will that states his kids get a percentage.
2007-07-28 22:06:37 · answer #5 · answered by Countrygirl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The will decides everything.These so-called family members don't be around to help when the things get rough,but when that person dies they want it all.I know exactly what you are talking about,my brother went through it with a lady he used to work for.You are right,they are selfish and greedy.Get a lawyer,and i hope everything work out for you?
2007-07-29 09:55:32 · answer #6 · answered by Lady T 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simple, tell the brats this.
A simple, "Where were you when the woman was alive? That's right nowhere to be found!" will usually do the trick.
If that does not work you can always remind them that if it belongs to the father then half is yours anyway.
2007-07-28 23:57:50 · answer #7 · answered by Flagger 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-12 06:39:36 · answer #9 · answered by Averell 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
being married to the only heir after 10 years yes whatever belongs to him belongs to you tell him that you arent greedy but expect him to consider all you have done sure you did it because you cared but he should understand that if he loves you that you have every right to expect half of the estate that he considers everything you have half of his
2007-07-29 02:18:07 · answer #10 · answered by loveChrist 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋