Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Illinois

My aunt purchased a home and put me as co owner does the house become mine when she dies?


Asked on 4/18/10, 12:30 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Burton Padove Indiana and Illinois Lawyer, Burton A. Padove

Maybe, if you are on as joint tenants with rights of survivorship.

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Answered on 4/23/10, 12:38 pm
John Lee John D. Lee and Associates, LLC

Yes, if what you mean by "put me as co owner" is that (a)she and you are on the deed as joint tenants with right of survivorship, or (b) if you are co owner under her will or (c) trust. You should talk with an experienced real estate attorney to understand all your legal rights.

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Answered on 4/23/10, 12:47 pm


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