Southern Softie
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What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? SC
About a year ago a friend told me he was preparing a will and leaving everything to me. He died, and his estate is currently going through probate.
The week before he died he told me he had decided to amend his will because he wanted to leave $25k to another friend of his but I'm sure he never had a chance to actually do that. So, I know that his will as it was when he died does not express what his actual wishes were.
What is the best way of ensuring his wishes are honored? Should I just wait for the probate office to cut me a check and then give $25k to that other friend? Should I get the friend to file a claim with the probate office, with me as a witness? I'm afraid the first option could have tax implications that might otherwise be avoided.
About a year ago a friend told me he was preparing a will and leaving everything to me. He died, and his estate is currently going through probate.
The week before he died he told me he had decided to amend his will because he wanted to leave $25k to another friend of his but I'm sure he never had a chance to actually do that. So, I know that his will as it was when he died does not express what his actual wishes were.
What is the best way of ensuring his wishes are honored? Should I just wait for the probate office to cut me a check and then give $25k to that other friend? Should I get the friend to file a claim with the probate office, with me as a witness? I'm afraid the first option could have tax implications that might otherwise be avoided.