A do-it-yourself form, newly created by the Legislature, will allow property owners to transfer land and buildings to their heirs without going through probate court — saving legal fees that ...

A quitclaim deed is used when the owner of a property effectively “quits” their claim on the home. Learn why it’s done and what to watch out for.

Quitclaim deeds, therefore, are commonly used to transfer property within a family, such as from a parent to an adult child, ... and the form of the deed determines the obligations of a grantor.

Learn the benefits and drawbacks of using trusts versus outright gifts when passing assets to your children or grandchildren.

If the condo is your only asset, a transfer-on-death deed may be a simpler, cheaper way to get the property to your heirs. Many states now offer this option, and you can often find the form by ...