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Do i need a real estate agent to give my son my house?

Do I need a real estate agent or a lawyer to give my house as a gift to my 2 sons? or a lawyer? what paper work is needed?
Asked By Antonietta Torres | Henryville pa, FL | 289 views | Selling | 9 months ago
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Marty & Abby Champagne

RE/MAX Market Place

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Yes. Have a Realtor or an Attorney.
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Lisa Bolanos, JD

Elevate Realty

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It definitely would not hurt. However, I would recommend that you see a good attorney because this is more of a legal question. I do have a legal background, but I am not a practicing attorney now you need to make sure that all loose ends are tied up. I’m in California, and in California there are various ways to change title and potentially avoid probate. A trust is a good idea with a pour over Will. I do recommend at least a consultation with a real estate attorney, or an attorney, who specializes in trust and estates.

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Rick Rivera

SD Realty & Associates, LLC

If you were selling the house to a family member then a Realtor would be helpful, but if you are "gifting" a property to a family member then you need the services of a real estate attorney.

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