Full question:
My mother left my father a life estate to her property and upon his death the property is transferred to me and my siblings. Can my father to a quit claim deed prior to death and transfer the property to us? He wants nothing to do with the property and has never lived there.
- Category: Real Property
- Date:
- State: Washington
Answer:
Yes, your father can transfer the property using a quitclaim deed. If he conveys his interest to you and your siblings, the life estate will end, and the property will be transferred to you as the remainder beneficiaries.
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