What can a beneficiary do regarding the refinance of inherited property?
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What can a beneficiary do regarding the refinance of inherited property?
My mother passed away 1 1/2 years ago and her Will left everything to my brother and I. He just put the Will into probate. I lived with my mother and have been making the mortgage payments on time, however next month the payment will increase substantially. I want to get the house in my name and try to refinance; my brother does not want house). I cannot pay all of next month’s mortgage.
Asked on November 30, 2013 under Estate Planning, New York
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
I suggest that you consult with a Wills and trust attorney as well as a mortgage broker to get the home transferred into your name as soon as possible so that you can refinance the parcel. Your brother will need to sign a disclaimer that he does not want title to the home.
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