If a parent dies intestate owning real property with 3 siblings and 1 sibling in writing wants no part of the estate, is the estate shared by the 2 siblings?
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If a parent dies intestate owning real property with 3 siblings and 1 sibling in writing wants no part of the estate, is the estate shared by the 2 siblings?
Asked on June 7, 2015 under Estate Planning, Pennsylvania
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your loss. The third siblings must renounce their inheritance within 9 months of the date of death in writing and addressed to the executor/administrator of the estate. Then yes, the other two will share 50/50. Good luck.
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