Q: Mom and Dad own home jointly in KY for 11 yrs; mom dies with no will (3 living children). Does house go directly to Dad?
A:
If Mom and Dad own the home as joint tenants with right of survivorship (which would be reflected in their Deed), the house would pass to the surviving joint tenant (Dad) directly. It would not be controlled by her will or lack thereof. If, however, Mom and Dad own the house as Co-tenants, the result might be very different. If this appears to be the case, consult a local attorney. Many offer free initial consultations. Good luck to you.
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