Bequeath


Definition of "Bequeath"

Silda Miralles
  Invest Realty Group, Llc

To pass property by will to an heir. Strictly speaking, real estate cannot be bequeathed to an heir, it must be devised. However, if it becomes clear the purpose of the testator was to devise real estate, it can be ruled that the intent was to devise.


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