Q: My house is only in my late wife’s name. Can I put the house in my name without going through probate?
A:
First my condolences on the loss of your wife. Unfortunately not. However, you can file an application for probate with or without a will. You will be appointed personal representative to manage your wife's affairs. if there are no objections or complications the probate should be relatively simple, inexpensive and not the horror stories you are probably thinking about.
My firm can clearly help.
Don Rosenberg, rosedr@brmmlaw.com
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A: I agree with Attorney Don Rosenberg’s answer to your inquiry.
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