If my brother co-signed on parents’ house, does this mean that he inherited everything inside?
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If my brother co-signed on parents’ house, does this mean that he inherited everything inside?
Such as heirlooms, furniture, etc.
Asked on December 29, 2015 under Estate Planning, Washington
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
No, being a co-owner of real estate does NOT give that person any ownership interest in anything inside the property other than fixtures (e.g. appliances; cabinets; light fixtures) which are attached to the property. Other personal, non-attached property, including heirlooms, does not go with the real estate.
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