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Automatic Ownership of Real Property After Three Years

When a deceased’s estate includes real estate, it is important to know the rule regarding automatic vesting (ownership) outlined in relevant legislation.  The rule essentially states that real estate owned by the deceased that is not transferred within three years after death automatically becomes owned by the beneficiary or beneficiaries.  This automatic ownership means the […]