Only if a power of appointment was reserved or given in the deed or another proper document. You should consult with an attorney.

She would need to knowingly and voluntarily sign a deed transferring her ownership interest in the life estate. If she were not capable of doing...

How can I protect liquid assets while dad is applying for Medicaid. Can we transfer to my mom and do a spousal refusal?

You should at least consult with an elder law attorney now to make sure that all will go as planned. For example, annuities and retirement accounts...

When a letter of administration has limitations what does that mean?

As administrator with this limitation, he has no authority with regard to the real estate. In fact, by operation of law, the heirs automatically...

How can my sister and I get the deed in our name?

The Will must be probated in the Surrogates Court in the state and county in which your grandparents lived. Your question implies that there is...

My father passed away last sept am I entitled to any of estates he didn’t leave a will?

Yes, if he left assets with no named beneficiary or joint owner. Assets without those designations are divided as follows: $50,000 to the...

Will irrevocable trust or revocable trust affect medicaid eligibility in New York and qualification for nursing home care?

The short answer is, yes, both will affect Medicaid eligibility, but in different ways. A transfer to an irrevocable trust is considered a gift....

What documents do I need to avoid house going to probate?

Other than giving it to them now, which is not a good idea, you have two choices. Either you can make a transfer by deed and keep for yourself a...

Real Estate Advice

If you die without a will and she is not on the deed, and you leave no children or grandchildren, she will be your sole distributee and will...

I was in a car accident the other night. The man who hit me was arrested for Dwi and tried to flee. I am injured. Can u help

You might have a valid claim for compensation regarding your injuries, but more information is needed regarding the extent of your injuries and...