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What if I dont want inherited property?
You could simply do nothing with real estate you inherit that you don’t want. If you don’t pay the property taxes, the city or county taxing authority could sell the tax lien. The person who buys the lien can try to collect it from your or foreclose on the property, Goff said.
Do you automatically inherit parents house?
California Probate Your adult children do not automatically inherit your house or any other property when you die. No law requires you to leave anything to your children or grandchildren. If you die without a will, or “intestate,” the laws of your state will decide who gets your money and property.
Can you give away your inheritance to someone else?
There’s absolutely nothing to stop you from taking possession of an inheritance, then giving it away. Some people have good reasons for not accepting such gifts, from tax issues to simple generosity. If you would rather not accept an inheritance at all, however, things become a bit more complicated.
How do you disclaim inherited property?
How to Make a Disclaimer
- Put the disclaimer in writing.
- Deliver the disclaimer to the person in control of the estate – usually the executor or trustee.
- Complete the disclaimer within nine months of the death of the person leaving the property.
- Do not accept any benefit from the property you’re disclaiming.
What happens if you dont leave a will?
When a person dies without leaving a valid will, their property (the estate) must be shared out according to certain rules. These are called the rules of intestacy. If someone makes a will but it is not legally valid, the rules of intestacy decide how the estate will be shared out, not the wishes expressed in the will.
Can you opt out of an inheritance?
The answer is yes. The technical term is “disclaiming” it. If you are considering disclaiming an inheritance, you need to understand the effect of your refusal—known as the “disclaimer”—and the procedure you must follow to ensure that it is considered qualified under federal and state law.