Could you avoid probate by leaving a deed filled out and notarized but not filed until death?
In some states it would work, in others it would not. To be sure that it would work for you, you would have to check out the laws of your state. Beware though, with this kind of “dresser drawer deed,” there might be some negative tax consequences, such as owing capital gains tax on the amount the property has increased in value over the years.
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