If my brother left me his condo in his Trust, what forms do I need to transfer the property into my name?
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If my brother left me his condo in his Trust, what forms do I need to transfer the property into my name?
Asked on June 4, 2015 under Estate Planning, California
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your loss. Are you the Trustee of the trust as well? Then you may need to file a dissolution of the trust under California Probate Code (section 15401 I believe). The transfer must be done by the Trustee and that would generally be with an Executor's Deed. Good luck.
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