Q: How to transfer ownership of my late wifes property to her sister.
My late wife and her sister own land in both their names. My wife passed away two months ago and her sister wants me to give my wifes half ownership to her which is fine. In Missouri since my wife and I had wills that leave all to surviving spouse without probate I am now half owner but how do I give it to her sister. Will county accept just
a Quit Claim Deed from me.
A: How to transfer title will depend on how you and your wife held title. If you and your wife held title with right of survivorship you just have to show she is now deceased to make a transfer. You should have a lawyer look at the deed to advise you.
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A: You probably need to execute and file an Affidavit of Heirship. That recorded instrument will be your source of title in the derivation of title clause in your Deed to your Sister.
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