Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania

My name and my mother's name are on our mortgage, my husband's name is not, as we got married after my mother and I refinanced, I want to know if something should happen to me and/or my mother, would my husband have legal rights to the house or do I need to do something to be sure he would not have any problems should something happen.


Asked on 10/01/13, 11:00 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Miriam Jacobson Retired from practice of law

It depends on how the property is titled between you and your mother. Have a lawyer look at your deed and explain it to you.

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Answered on 10/01/13, 6:31 pm
Sharmil McKee McKee Law Office

Also understand that your deed and your mortgage are different items. It's possible that your mother is liable for your mortgage but doesn't own the property. If you are concerned about what happens to the house or the mortgage after death, then you can draft a will that can dictate what happens after death. Show your deed to a lawyer. Then draft a will that gives the house to your husband after your death. If you are in Philly, You can download a copy of your deed from the city's website. Other counties offer the same services. I am happy to help you. Feel free to call or email me. Good luck.

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Answered on 10/04/13, 6:46 pm


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