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In Michigan, the type of property ownership can affect inheritance. If the deed specifies a joint tenancy, the surviving co-owner would inherit the deceaseds share. However, if the deed indicates tenants in common, the deceaseds share might pass to their child or other heirs. The type of ownership is usually stated in the deeds granting clause.Full Conversation
I co own a house with significant other. If she dies do i get full ownership or does her child get half ownership
What type of ownership do you have on the house - joint tenancy or tenants in common?
I live there and she is on deed
What state is the property located in? The rules for property ownership after death can vary by state.
Michigan
In Michigan, if the deed doesn't specify a joint tenancy, the property may be considered tenants in common. In this case, her share may pass to her child. Can you confirm the deed's specifics?
I will have to look at it i dont have it available
Please do check the deed. In Michigan, if it's a joint tenancy, you'd inherit her share. If tenants in common, her share might go to her child.
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Where would it be stated on deed
The type of ownership should be stated in the deed's granting clause. Look for terms like "joint tenants" or "tenants in common".
Ok thank you
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