Can my mother force me to remove my name from the deed?

Full question:

Me and my mother own the house she lives in. Both names are on the deed. Can she force me to take my name off the deed

  • Category: Real Property
  • Subcategory: Deeds
  • Date:
  • State: Illinois

Answer:

She can ask you to remove your name from the deed, but she cannot force you to do so without legal grounds. If she wants to pursue this, she would need to take you to court, but it's unclear what those grounds would be since both of your names are already on the deed.

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FAQs

To remove someone's name from a property deed, both parties must agree to the change. You can draft a quitclaim deed, which transfers ownership rights, and have it signed by the person whose name is being removed. After signing, file the quitclaim deed with your local county recorder's office. It's advisable to consult with a real estate attorney to ensure the process is done correctly.