Q: Single man, w/one adult daughter, committed suicide. No will. He is on house deed with 2 sisters. How do we remove him
The home deed is written as tenants in common. How do remove his name from house deed
A:
If it is written as 'tenants in common' you will need to go through probate as to his share of the house. It will LIKELY end up being given to his adult daughter if he has no will, and she is is only heir (e.g. there is no surviving spouse).
To get HER name off the deed, you will need to reach an agreement with her concerning a 'buyout'.
I would strongly urge you to consult with a local real estate / probate attorney to review your options and determine what (if anything) you want to do here. This is a situation that NEEDS to be clarified before it gets even more complicated!
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