If I’m a green card holder and a legal resident, how does my status affect my rights on inheriting the house and property from my American citizen husband?
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If I’m a green card holder and a legal resident, how does my status affect my rights on inheriting the house and property from my American citizen husband?
Asked on October 22, 2012 under Immigration Law, Michigan
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SB, Member, California / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Your immigration status should not affect your ability to inherit from your US citizen husband. There may be certain types of trust that have to be set up specifically, if you are not a citizen, but that is something that you and your husband can discuss with your estate planning professional.
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