Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California

death of joint-tenant

I own 3 properties jointly with my mother, who passed away 3 weeks ago. What papers do I need to complete to change ownership as a sole owner?


Asked on 1/05/06, 7:02 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

Joel Selik www.SelikLaw.com

Re: death of joint-tenant

Affidavit of death of Joint Tenancy.

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Answered on 1/05/06, 7:05 pm
Carl Starrett Law Offices of Carl H. Starrett II

Re: death of joint-tenant

There is a form you can download from the San Diego County Recorder's Office called an Affidavit of Death of Joint Tenant. You need to fill it out with the property address and the proper description. It must be notarized and you must also attached a certified copy of the death certificate and record the entire document.

I have done this for cleints recently, so feel free to contact me if you require asistance.

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Answered on 1/05/06, 7:13 pm
OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES

Re: death of joint-tenant

Affidavit of death of Joint Tenancy. File with Certified Copy of Death Certificate. Call me directly at 16192223504.

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Answered on 1/05/06, 7:28 pm
Benjamin Berger Berger-Harrison, A Professional Corporation

Re: death of joint-tenant

It depends on what you mean by "jointly." There are various ways in which real estate can be owned by more than one person. You should consult an attorney.

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Answered on 1/05/06, 8:06 pm


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