Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Pennsylvania

Title house in trust

My wife's father is a widower who owns his house outright. According to the will, the house is to be sold upon death and the proceeds distributed to the 5 children. My wife will be executrix. To avoid probate, would it make more sense to create a trust with my wife as trustee and title the house in trust?


Asked on 1/26/07, 5:17 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Gregg Manes Gregg A. Manes, Esq.

Re: Title house in trust

The simple answer is yes. A trust is an avenue to avoid or minimize probate. Be sure to contact a professional so that the trust is properly worded and funded

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Answered on 1/26/07, 11:43 pm


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