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Quit Claim Deed What is it? Sometimes improperly referred to as a “Quick Claim Deed”, a Quit Claim Deed is a legal document that conveys or transfers a person’s legal interest in a parcel of real estate to someone else.  Unlike a Warranty Deed, a Quit Claim Deed does not guarantee that the Grantor (person conveying the property) has sole legal title to the property, nor does it warrant the title to be free from the claims or liens of others. The essence of a quit claim deed is that  the Grantor “quits” his/her/its claim to the property.  In other words, the Grantor declares thatRead More →

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How to Make A Last Will and Testament How do I make a will?  There really is nothing simple about estate planning, so before you decide to make a will (Last Will and Testament) you should first consult a qualified attorney experienced in estate planning. Obviously,  you know what property you want to go to who.  But, do you know how to make sure that your wishes are honored?  Often times people believe that a “simple will” is the answer.  Unfortunately,  a “simple will” does not always do what you want.  There is also very special language that must be included in a will, andRead More →