Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York
adding a name to a title
My parents own their home with no mortgage.They would like to add my name to the title. What forms do they need to fill out?
Asked on 3/20/03, 3:04 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Arnold Nager
Arnold H. Nager, Esquire
Re: adding a name to a title
A deed properly executed. Be aware that there may be some gift tax issues. There may be a better way by reserving a life estate for themselves and leaving you the remainder. This can also be done with the deed alone.
Answered on 3/20/03, 6:07 pm