Personal Finance4yFollowDoing a Trust being a person Passes away - Change Name on DeedMichael P.Marlton, NJ · Member since 2017 · 129 posts · 16 votesHi all,I have a family member with 4 properties in PA.3 are in person name, 1 is under business name.Before this person passes what is the best way to handle the situation.Should the 4 homes deeds go into the 2 kids names, a simple deed transfer.Should we get a Trust on all 4 homes.All 4 homes are producing incoming as rentals.The living spouse would continue to collect the rent and earnings, but wants the homes under childrens names.Based on the above scenario, who should i speak with, what is the best option in relation to taxes.Also, who pays tax on the rental income if the deed is in 1 parties name, and the rent is paid to another person.Thank you for all your help and support 0Reply5 views