If my father past away and I am the executor of his estate, how do I transfer the titles to his vehicles into my name?

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If my father past away and I am the executor of his estate, how do I transfer the titles to his vehicles into my name?

My cousin was the attorney he filed his Will with. After he passed I wasn’t told about a Will until a week after the memorial services. I knew he had been working with her on one but was unaware that it was finished; all I was told was that he was leaving me as the executor to divide things between my sisters and myself. He didn’t have much of an estate, just household furnishings, tools, and two vehicles. Due to family disputes, she is no longer dealing with proceedings, so now I need to know how to deal with the 2 vehicles.

Asked on March 12, 2012 under Estate Planning, Ohio

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

I am so sorry for your loss and for your situation.  Was your cousin helping with the probate of the Will?  Then you need to ask for her file to see where in fact the matter is in the courts.  Being appointed as the executor is a big deal and carries big responsibilities.  You need to make sure that noice to creditors has been given and that debts are paid, estate taxes filed, etc., before distribution can be made.  Transfer is done by you.  You can sign the titles as executor.  But get some one to review to make sure that all is right.  Good luck.


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