Adding Name To Deed

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To add your name to a deed in Ohio after a co-owners death, you need to obtain the deceaseds death certificate, fill out a Survivorship Affidavit, and submit both documents to the County Recorders Office. Consulting a local attorney is recommended to ensure all legal steps are correctly followed.

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My father has cancer and wants to have me added to his deed the problem is my mother is also on the deed and she passed away in * when I called the fiscal office they said that I had to have her name taken off and put it in just my dad's name and then we can file the quit deed or survivorship deed how do I go about doing that
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To provide relevant information, could you please tell me where the property is located? Laws regarding property, deeds, and survivorship can vary based on location.
Akron ohio
In Ohio, you typically need to:
- Obtain your mother's death certificate
- Fill out a "Survivorship Affidavit"
- Submit the affidavit and death certificate to the County Recorder's Office
Please consult a local attorney for specific guidance.
Ok thank you
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask. It's important to consult with a local attorney to ensure all steps are followed correctly. Best of luck with everything.