What Happens to a House Deeded to a Friend Before Death? | NC

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Q: What happens to a house after a parent dies if it was deeded to a friend shortly before death? A: Usually, if the deed was validly signed and delivered before death, the house does not go through probate and stays with the friend. But if the deed was caused by undue influence, fraud, or the parent lacked mental capacity, the estate or another proper party may ask the court to set the deed…