Real Estate and Automobiles

Real Estate

The services of an attorney are advisable in ALL real estate matters. Real estate owned jointly by husband and wife is automatically transferred to the survivor, but a certified copy of the Death Certificate should be filed with the county authorities in connection with the real estate deed. Real estate owned solely by the deceased or as a tenant in common, or jointly with someone other than the husband or wife, must be probated whether or not there is a will. Federal and state estate and gift taxes should be thoroughly researched by an attorney.

Automobile Title

If the deceased was sole owner of a car, truck or trailer, it is part of the estate. Transfer of title information can be obtained from an attorney or the office license plates are sold.