Q: Deceased mother held property in joint tenancy with her deceased mother.
I am the executor and sole heir to my mother's estate. She had a piece of property in joint tenancy with her mother, who died intestate. Would I need to execute a quit claim as the executor to put the property in my name, and strike my deceased grandmother off, or is there more involved? My mother has a living brother, but holds no interest in the property. His name is not on the deed, and he has not filed a claim against the estate.
A:
As a surviving joint tenancy, your mother became the 100% absolute owner upon the death of her mother.
In order to transfer the property, you will need to prepare an executors deed conveying the property from your mothers estate to whoever the will directs or your mother's heirs.
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