Can I/we (mother) terminate a life estate & put the house soley in my name???
No. If your mother is capable of signing a deed, you can do it. If you have siblings, they might complain later.
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No. If your mother is capable of signing a deed, you can do it. If you have siblings, they might complain later.
I am not sure why you are having an issue. It sounds like you did what was required. If someone was questioning the form there could be a delay.
It is no problem. At the closing you will sign the deed too. This is a common issue. Tell your lawyer.
You are right and your brother is wrong but you have to go to court to assert your rights. So call a lawyer.
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