Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida
If my gradfather and I are on the deed to a property together, what happens if he passes away? Being that this isn't a husband and wife situation do I own 100% of the property at that point or does his children own his 50% share?
Asked on 7/02/10, 7:37 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Kellen Bryant
Law Office of R. Kellen Bryant, P.L.
It depends on the wording of the deed. If the deed includes words, "You and grandfather as joint tenants with rights of survivorship," then you will own the property 100% after he passes. Without the words "joint tenants with rights of survivorship," your grandfather's 50% interest in the house will pass according to his will.
Answered on 7/02/10, 10:46 am
Myr Bryant is correct. It depends upon the wording on the deed.
Answered on 7/02/10, 12:29 pm
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