What documents show how inherited property passed? | NC

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Q: What documents can show whether inherited property belongs to the estate or passed another way? A: In North Carolina, start with the recorded deed chain for the county where the land is located. The deeds show who owned the property and how title was held. Look for wording like right of survivorship, tenancy by the entirety, life estate, remainder beneficiaries, trustee, or trust. That…