Q: My mother died recently. Her only property was a small home worth about $80,000 which she owned free and clear.
Her will stipulates the property is to be sold with proceeds divided equally among her children.I have the deed to the property.Is muniment of title still necessary to certify proof of ownership?
A: When you say you have the deed, do you mean physically hold the deed or it has been put in your name? If a deed is not in your name and a will is known to exist, it's necessary to request that will be admitted to probate and have a judge declare it valid otherwise it doesn't mean anything and gives no legal standing.
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