Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Maryland

How to add my son's name to my deed to take ownership after my death and what is the cost?


Asked on 9/19/17, 9:23 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Cedulie Laumann Arden Law Firm, LLC

Hi. This is called a "life estate deed." Each firm sets their own fees, but it generally costs a few hundred dollars for the attorney fee (my firm charges $240) and $60 to the clerk for the county/city's recording fee. In some areas of Maryland the city/town/county charges an additional fee to process the deed which ranges from $20 - $60. This type of deed should be exempt from transfer and recordation tax.

You are welcome to call my law firm, or another attorney of your choosing, to get more information.

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Answered on 9/19/17, 10:54 am


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