So typically the person appointed executor here signs a fiduciary deed. In this case, your mother as executor of your father's estate deeds it to herself. Here’s the form link for Maine’s Personal Representative Deed of Distribution.
You would record her letters testamentary from the estate along with the deed form for chain of title purposes to show transfer from estate to her as sole heir. The lawyer for the estate should prepare and file it.
So you need the representative deed and her letters testamentary she got when court appointed her in probate. This would show chain of title to account for his share. If there are other heirs here, they would have to quit claim their interest to her as well. You may want to use a local probate lawyer here to complete transfer and correct title issues.
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How can I remove a dead person from a real estate deed in Maine?
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you share if there is a will or probate process involved in this case?
The property is owned by my surviving Mother after my Father's passing. She is alive and has a will.
Thank you for sharing that. Is your mother looking to transfer the property solely into her name, or is there another plan for the property's ownership?
Into her own name.
Got it. Has the probate process been initiated for your father's estate?
Yes. He passes 14 years ago.
Thank you for the information. Has your mother been managing the property since your father's passing, or are there other parties involved?
Yes, she has lived in the property until recently.
I understand that navigating the process of removing a deceased individual from a real estate deed can be quite challenging. Could you please provide the zip code related to this matter, as it will help us better understand the specific legal requirements in your area?
04105.
OK. Thanks for the info. The Real Estate Lawyer can help with removing a deceased person from a real estate deed in Maine. And, how would you like to connect with the Lawyer - phone call or online chat?
Online.
I'm Ray, and I'm here to help you navigate the process of removing your father's name from the real estate deed in Maine. Together, we'll find a solution to your situation.
Has your mother already taken any steps to update the deed since your father's passing?
Are there any other heirs or beneficiaries involved in your father's estate that might affect the deed transfer?
Is there a specific timeline or urgency for your mother to have the deed updated?
There has been nothing done regarding the deed since my Father's passing. There are heirs identified in my Mother's will. We are preparing to sell the real estate - closing is scheduled for early July.
So typically the person appointed executor here signs a fiduciary deed. In this case, your mother as executor of your father's estate deeds it to herself. Here’s the form link for Maine’s Personal Representative Deed of Distribution.
You would record her letters testamentary from the estate along with the deed form for chain of title purposes to show transfer from estate to her as sole heir. The lawyer for the estate should prepare and file it.
So you need the representative deed and her letters testamentary she got when court appointed her in probate. This would show chain of title to account for his share. If there are other heirs here, they would have to quit claim their interest to her as well. You may want to use a local probate lawyer here to complete transfer and correct title issues.
OK Ray, thank you.
