QUESTION
deceased mother put brother on deed for home. brother died 8 yr ago. niece living in home & cant get insured til hes removed. How To Correct?
Asked on Feb 08th, 2018 on Real Estate - Florida
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my brother and I quit claimed our mothers home to our niece. our niece cant get insurance on the home because another brothers name,now deceased, is on the deed. how can I get his name removed?? the home is in Pinellas co, fla
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Hello,
Based on the information you have provided, the portion still owned by your deceased brother would likely have to go through probate. The best and first place to determine this is by examination of the deed to see how the parties took title. If by joint tenants with right of survivorship then just recording the death certificate may be enough, but if by tenants in common probate will be required.
I hope that helps!
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Kristie Estevez-Puentes
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kristie@estevezlawgroup.com
Answered on Feb 09th, 2018 at 7:41 AM