Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

Most likely, no. There are many reasons to not do that, and probably only a few that it would be advisable.

She should definitely have a Will, Power of Attorney, and Advance Health Care Directive and Health Care Power of Attorney.

SHE should see an Elder Law lawyer - they are specially certified and experienced to help older people make decisions like this and other long term planning.

THIS RESPONSE IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE, SINCE I DO NOT HAVE ALL OF THE INFORMATION THAT WOULD BE REQUIRED, AND I DO NOT HAVE A REPRESENTATION AGREEMENT WITH YOU.

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Miriam may be right, although there may be reasons for doing it this way - by adding your name to the Deed, not making you the absolute owner. More information is needed, such as house value, mortgage (if any), health status of you and Mom, number of other children (if any), etc. There are more ways to consider doing this, so a lawyer should be consulted.