Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

Re: title on home

What you need to do will depend on how title was held in this property. If title was held in "joint tenancy", then you own the whole property and you will have to record a document with the county recorder.

If, on the other hand, the property was held as "tenants in common" or similarly worded, then there will be other questions such as whether the decedent had a trust, a will, etc. To whom did they want their interest in the property to go?

So, I recommend that you consult with a local attorney to discuss your rights and options.

Caleb

Re: title on home

It depends on how the title was held. If held in Joint Tenancy with Rights of Survivorship, then the transfer is pretty easy. If held as Tenants in Common, then you are going to have to look to the person who passed away's will, if one exists. If not, then their heirs will need to start a Probate proceeding.

To find out if there is a lien then you need to contact the recorder and request copies of the documents filed.

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Re: title on home

Was ownership as joint tenants or tenants in common? Contact me directly.