Q: How to change the name on a real estate deed of owner passed away over 25 years ago?
Hi, my question is in reference to a home that was given to me by my aunt before she died. The original name on the deed is my uncle who has been deceased for about 25 years. His wife gave me the home before she died about 15 years ago. I have lived in the house since then. Their children all live in another state and do not want the house. I am in South Carolina. I need to have the deed put in my name. What do I need to do?
A: Hire a competent attorney to search the title, determine heirship, draft and record an Affidavit of Heirship, then draft a Deed for the other tenants in common to convey their interests over to you.
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