Deceased Father

What is the name of your state? TX

What is the name of your state? TX

My father deceased approximately 1 year ago. My parents have been separated for years now but still legally married and in contact on a day to day basis before he passed. In the years of separation my father and his live in girlfriend had acquired several properties including houses, cars and land. Some of which are in both by fathers and girlfriends name. Other properties were bought only in the girlfriends name. I'm trying to help my mother and family get what is rightfully ours. Can my mother get a credit report of my fathers?

Thanks
Tyson
TX

Originally posted by tysonty1
What is the name of your state? TX

What is the name of your state? TX

My father deceased approximately 1 year ago. My parents have been separated for years now but still legally married and in contact on a day to day basis before he passed. In the years of separation my father and his live in girlfriend had acquired several properties including houses, cars and land. Some of which are in both by fathers and girlfriends name. Other properties were bought only in the girlfriends name. I'm trying to help my mother and family get what is rightfully ours. Can my mother get a credit report of my fathers?

Thanks
Tyson
TX

-----> As legal spouse she should be able to. What is in girllfriends name is hers. What is in both names may be put in dispute. Since he died, was his estate put in probate? Something to consider, and I believe by law must be done. Then you can petition the court for any items that were your fathers that were not listed in the will.

Also, if they should have any joint accounts, now would be the time to notify them of your fathers death and let them decide whether or not to close accounts as these are debts owed by your father.

An estate attorney can help you with this and the questions you have asked here and then some.