If I don’t want to inherit my mother’s house, what can I do?
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If I don’t want to inherit my mother’s house, what can I do?
I have 2 younger brothers. My mother wants to will her house to the 3 of us. We don’t even talk or get along. I want to sign something now notarized stating I want nothing. What can I do? I live with her and take care of her but I don’t want anything.
Asked on February 23, 2018 under Estate Planning, Texas
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
If your mother is still alive and capable of changing her Will, that is one way to go. otherwise, upon her death, you can disclaim (or renounce) your gift. First, you need to draft and execute a disclaimer form. Then you'll need to deliver the form to the executor of the estate (just be sure to check your state's probate statutes to confirm any time deadline required). Finally, be sure not to accept any benefit from the property that you’re disclaiming.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
If your mother is still alive and capable of changing her Will, that is one way to go. otherwise, upon her death, you can disclaim (or renounce) your gift. First, you need to draft and execute a disclaimer form. Then you'll need to deliver the form to the executor of the estate (just be sure to check your state's probate statutes to confirm any time deadline required). Finally, be sure not to accept any benefit from the property that you’re disclaiming.
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