What to do about unsigned beneficiary deeds?

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What to do about unsigned beneficiary deeds?

My father-in-law just died about 2 weeks ago. We found a Will that divides the estate between 4 children with 2 beneficiary deeds. The Will is signed and notarized but the beneficiary deeds are not. My husband is named on one of the deeds. Will this deed be legal or does it revert back to the estate? We have been unable to verify if the land was retitled in both names.

Asked on May 13, 2013 under Estate Planning, Missouri

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

I am so sorry for your loss.  If the deed were not properly executed prior to death then they will not liklely be held valid.   The land will most liekly be split according to the Will. I would speak with an attorney in your area.  Good luck.


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