If my husband dies, am I’m entitled to keep the house?
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The loan in on his name but the lot were the house is built is in our names. I’m worry because lately he has done things behind my back, like changed the beneficiaries on his IRA and funds to his kid's names, even though I was as a beneficiary as well. Now, they have only his children. This is my second marriage and from his previous marriage he has 4 grown children who are all married and have good jobs; in fact better incomes than him. Please let me know what can I do so I won’t lose my house?
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State laws are different. Check a local attorney to make sure. If you live in a community property state, all he can do is to will away his half of the house, not your half. It also depends on how the title was written and when the house was purchased. It could get quite complicated and you should consult a local attorney in person to find out.
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