Q: I need to put my parents home,in my name. What do I need to do?
My Mom passed in 1983. My Dad passed in 1995,I moved in with him in 1994to take care of him. Now the city of Roseville wants me to put the home in my name.
A: Have you owned the home since 1995 without record title being in your name? If so, it is time to clear that up. There are possible probate, income and property tax implications to the manner in which you resolve this, so the resolution of the issue is too complicated to fully resolve in this answer. You should consult with an attorney.
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If the home is in your parents names alone you will need to go through probate to change the title into your (and any siblings you may have ....) name.
Don't let the word "Probate" scare you -- this can be very simple, but if you are NOT an only child, or the only beneficiary of your Dad's will, things could get complicated quickly.
I concur -- you need to find a local probate attorney to help you with this process and you should do that yesterday. This has languished too long already! Good luck.
--This answer is offered for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney/client relationship. I am licensed to practice in Michigan only. Please seek competent local legal help if you feel you need legal advice!
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