Property Ownership After Death

Summary

When a property co-owner dies in Ontario, their share may transfer according to their will or intestacy laws. Its important to determine if the property was held as joint tenants or tenants in common. Probate might be necessary to transfer the deceaseds share. If no will exists, intestacy laws will dictate the distribution. Consulting a local attorney can provide guidance on navigating these legal processes.

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It sounds like you might be dealing with a legal notice or lien on your property. To help you further, could you specify what kind of document or issue you are referring to? For example, is it a lien, a notice from the city, or something else?
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It sounds like you might be dealing with a complex situation related to your property. To better assist you, could you let me know if you've received any official documents or notifications? This helps in understanding the context of the issue.
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It seems you might be concerned about a potential legal issue with your property, but without specific documentation or notifications, it's difficult to provide detailed advice. It might be beneficial to consult a local legal expert who can review any recent changes or disputes related to your property. If you have more details or questions, feel free to share!
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It sounds like you are dealing with a potential estate or probate issue regarding property ownership. Here's some general information that might apply:
- In Ontario, if a property co-owner dies, their interest in the property may pass according to their will or intestacy laws.
- You may need to determine if the property was held as joint tenants or tenants in common.
- Probate may be required to transfer ownership of the deceased’s share.
Is there a will or any estate planning document involved in this situation?