Can land and property be willed to next of kin without a deed?
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Can land and property be willed to next of kin without a deed?
Asked on August 4, 2014 under Estate Planning, South Carolina
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Land and property are "willed" to some one in a Last Will and Testament or placed in a Trust for their benefit. They can not be transferred to anyone - or even the Trust - unless a deed is executed. And the deed should be filed as well. Good luck.
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