What is needed to sell the home when a married couple has their deed in tenancy by the entireties?
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What is needed to sell the home when a married couple has their deed in tenancy by the entireties?
The wife dies and the husband wants to sell the home. There is no Will and no desire to go through probate. Can the surviving spouse convey that deed with his signature only? Can he quit deed it to someone? Is the death certificate needed? Basically, what are the steps for a surviving spouse to sell their home and transfer the deed?
Asked on June 2, 2012 under Estate Planning, Florida
Answers:
david slater / david p.slater, esq.
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
As survivor, he is the owner. He should file a death certificate with the County Clerk. He can then convey by deed.
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