Posted on: 04th Jul, 2008 07:20 am
I have a will from my parents saying that I get the house after they pass away. Well that has happen what do I have to do to get the deed in my name?
Hi Barbara
It may be different in different states however if it is a will there usually is a probate court. This can be very expensive and the lawyers can get quite a bit. I have had to do this twice in the last 6 years. Each time I did what was called a summary probate. I was able to do this because the values were low and neither exceeded the limit. The limit is based on the entire estate. I am not an attorney but I would definitely suggest consulting with one to see if the estate needs a full probate or if a summary will do. The paperwork for a summary I was able to do on my own and had a step by step book that helped me. Until the court grants you the home it cannot be put in your name....
Good Luck
Brian
It may be different in different states however if it is a will there usually is a probate court. This can be very expensive and the lawyers can get quite a bit. I have had to do this twice in the last 6 years. Each time I did what was called a summary probate. I was able to do this because the values were low and neither exceeded the limit. The limit is based on the entire estate. I am not an attorney but I would definitely suggest consulting with one to see if the estate needs a full probate or if a summary will do. The paperwork for a summary I was able to do on my own and had a step by step book that helped me. Until the court grants you the home it cannot be put in your name....
Good Luck
Brian
Hi Barbara .
Welcome to the forum.
I have to agree with Brian that you need go for probate to get the ownership of the property. So you should contact with an probate attorney. It may be a bit expensive and time consuming but that is what you need to do.
Best of luck,
Larry
Welcome to the forum.
I have to agree with Brian that you need go for probate to get the ownership of the property. So you should contact with an probate attorney. It may be a bit expensive and time consuming but that is what you need to do.
Best of luck,
Larry
