The house i live in is in my father's name and when he dies won't it revert to the state since im over 18? He doesn't have a will. How would i get a will for him to sign so that the house will become mine? Also do i have to register the will with the state or can i keep it till he dies? thanks a bunch
2007-12-27 18:42:47 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Government
So how would my dad write me on as a heir on his deed? does that need to be done or can he just write a will? im sorry but im confused
2007-12-28 10:03:08 · update #1
You can't. Only your father can do this.
He could add your name to the deed now and it would automatically be yours upon his death. He could put it in your name and retain a life estate in it. He could have a living will drawn up so that it will go to you upon his death without having to probate it. In any case, it will not go to the state unless he dies with no heirs.
2007-12-27 19:05:04 · answer #1 · answered by lcmcpa 7 · 6⤊ 1⤋
For just the issue of the house, consider a beneficiary deed, if applicable in your state. Such a deed must be officially recorded before the death of the person deeding the property:
http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-beneficiary-deed.htm
Edit: A deed and a will are two different types of legal documents. Essentially, a deed is a document that conveys a specific property to an individual (a beneficiary deed conveys title at time of death); a will addresses the disposition of an entire estate. Seek competent legal advice for issues specific to your situation.
2007-12-28 02:57:36 · answer #2 · answered by Curious1usa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do you have any other siblings ?
Usually if a person dies and doesn't leave a will ... the estate will evetually go to the family .. lots of legal red-tape .. but you probably will get the house..eventually ..
Now maybe I have read too many stories of children taking advantages of elderly parents .. BUT something makes me uneasy about your question ....
2007-12-28 05:29:05 · answer #3 · answered by ll_jenny_ll here AND I'M BAC 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Your parents need to have a lawyer make out a living will or living trust. Do it while they are of sound mind. Also they need to set someone up as power of attorney in case they become incapacitated. Someone to be in charge of medical decisions in case they cannot make them for themselves.
2007-12-28 02:51:30 · answer #4 · answered by blj63 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
hope the best for your parents?
2007-12-28 04:03:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋