Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Massachusetts
Deed
I guess I didn't make myself clear, my dad is deceased, my mom is alive and we would like to go on the deed and take his name off of it. So how do I do this and what is the cost for something like this. Thank You
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Deed
Chnaging names on a deed is a relatively simple matter if there is no mortgage. Please contact our office if you would like our assistance.
Re: Deed
Take into account what I said before. If both your mother's name and father's name are on the deed with rights of survival, then you have to file a death certificate with the registry of deeds. If there is no right of survivor then one needs to look at the ownership language. The cost depends on the work that is required. You can contact my office on Monday, because the existing deed must be reviewed, and only then can the cost be determined.
Re: Deed
If your father is deceased then one of two things has to happen.
If the property was owned jointly by your father and mother, then upon recording of his death certificate the property is in her name and she can deed it as she fits.
If only your father's name is on the deed, then you have to open a probate file and get a letter of authorization that places title in your and your sister's name assuming there are no other heirs.
I suggest you contact a law office for assistance.
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