Posted on: 09th Oct, 2009 11:27 am
I have a quitclaim deed and the grantor reserves a Life Estate for her lifetime. She has passed away 4 days ago. What do I do now if anything??
makes ure that the quit claim deed is recorded in the county office
also check with the county office
also check with the county office
Hi arnie,
With the death of the grantor, the life estate clause of the quitclaim deed has become null and void and you've become the sole owner of the property. You can consult an attorney and get to know if you need to take some other steps regarding this.
With the death of the grantor, the life estate clause of the quitclaim deed has become null and void and you've become the sole owner of the property. You can consult an attorney and get to know if you need to take some other steps regarding this.
I would obtain a copy of her death certificate and record it in the county recorder's office where the property is located. Otherwise check with a local real estate attorney.
As suggested by jherad you have to submit the death cerificate allong with quitclaim deed to county recorder's office. then only you will be legal owner. Such legal things you have to complete immidiately as those are manditory for further legal proceedings.
So hurry up and do it as early as possible.
Best of luck.
So hurry up and do it as early as possible.
Best of luck.