Q: What happens to my interest in my house if my husband passes away before co-owner?
My husband is on the deed for our house with a friend that also lives in the house. Can you tell me what happens if my husband passes away before she does since I am not on the deed? Does his interest in the house automatically transfer to me?
A: Frankly there is not enough information to give you an answer. Are you on the deed with him at all? How does your husband and friends read - tenants in common or joint with rights of survivorship. If can email the wording of the deed or send me a copy I can provide a better answer. rosedr@brmmlaw.com
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