Legal Question in Family Law in Pennsylvania
Deeds
If one spouse passes but is still listed on the deed to the home, is there any ramifications if a lawsuit is filed?
Asked on 11/21/08, 2:47 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
John Davidson
Law Office of John A. Davidson
Re: Deeds
The surviving spouse becomes the sole owner of the property. So if the surviving spouse is sued then the house could have a lien placed on it to pay a judgment.
Most surviving spouses don't remove the deceased spouse's name from the deed. It's corrected when the property is sold.
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Answered on 11/21/08, 7:55 pm