If me and my mom’s name are both on her deed and she is going to pass away, what are my options in the state of Ohio?

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If me and my mom’s name are both on her deed and she is going to pass away, what are my options in the state of Ohio?

My mom was given a few months to live, both her name and my name are on the deed
of her house. What are my options in the state of Ohio?

Asked on March 28, 2017 under Estate Planning, Ohio

Answers:

S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 7 years ago | Contributor

Sorry to hear about your mom.
If the property is held as joint tenants with right of survivorship, then the entire property would go to you as the survivor.
If you and your mother are not joint tenants with right of survivorship, your mother could sign a quitclaim deed which would release her entire right, title and interest in the property to you. 
The quitclaim deed has to be signed in the presence of a notary.  The quitclaim deed becomes effective upon being recorded (filed with the County Recorder).


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