Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Michigan

What do I need to do to change a deed from Quit claim to a regular deed that allows the owners to name their heirs?


Asked on 11/29/10, 1:25 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Shelly Schellenberg MI & FL private practice

The deed will have to be signed by all of the owners of record. The property can be deeded to new owners as tenants in common. This means that each owner's share will go to their estate upon death, and not to the other co-owners. This is NOT the best way to deed property if you are attempting some sort of estate planning. There are many tax and legal ramifications that result from attempting a DIY deed. If you don't know what you are doing (you don't, or you wouldn't be asking this question), you or your heirs could easily end up in court some day trying to untangle the mess. You would be smart to hire a real estate attorney to properly draft this document now, and save time, money and trouble tomorrow.

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Answered on 12/04/10, 3:58 pm


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