What do I do now??

arnie920 · Joined: 09 Oct 2009 Posts: 1 1.31 Dollars($)

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??

sunnyca2009 · Joined: 04 Aug 2009 Posts: 1737 36.13 Dollars($)

Makes ure that the quit claim deed is recorded in the county office

Also check with the county office

adonis · Posted: Fri Oct 09, 2009 7:29 pm Post subject:

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.

jheard · Posted: Sat Oct 10, 2009 7:33 am Post subject:

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.

dollylee9 · Joined: 19 Jul 2009 Posts: 63 -0.18 Dollars($)

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.

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