If my husband owns property with sister, am I entitled to it if my husband passes?
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If my husband owns property with sister, am I entitled to it if my husband passes?
My husband’s mother recently passed away and he and his sister own the estate 50/50. They are trying to sell. If my husband passes away before the property sales, am I entitled to his 50% or does his sister own it 100%? My husband has no Will at this time.
Asked on September 14, 2017 under Estate Planning, Alabama
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
As of this point, since your mother-in-law has died, your husband is "vested" with his share. This ,means that if he should now pass, his estate will be entitled to receive his inheritance.
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