Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York

It may be done by deed from the estate to the child.

One thing not mentioned in your question, how is the child disabled - physical or mental? If there is a mental disability you should consider having a guardian appointed for the child. Furthermore, you should consider the child's future medical bills and fees before transferring the entire home and assets to him.

Mike.

Aside what Mike says, perhaps it might be simpler to transfer these assets to a "specialo needs" trust for him, which might not have any impact on what he might be getting from public assistance. An attorney familiar with these matters should be consulted before you do anything. Plus, this will assure that any remaining equity stays in the family upon the demise of the brother.