Q: Mom passed away before a deed transfer to me could be signed by her. I'm still paying the mortgage but what now?
My mother had became very ill In late February. She wanted to transfer the deed into my name upon her death, sadly she passed away last monday before she could sign the paperwork. I know she wanted me to have the home I just don't no what to do now. She don't owe much on it maybe 9,000. My question is..... what do I do. I thought she had more time and it would be figured out but the people that built her home took 3 months to get me a letter stating the home could be deeded to me after death. (Habitat for Humanity) is who the home was built through. I need help I don't no what to do or expect. Please help me.
Sincerely, April.
A:
If the house was in her name alone at the time of her death you need to go through probate to have it transferred now. Habitat for Humanity mortgages often contain 'unusual' clauses about transferring property so it would be wise to bring the paperwork to a local attorney to review to determine what you can and should do at this point BEFORE you begin any proceedings.
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