Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Property Ownership

My father died 7yrs. ago. He had property in Florida. The propery was going to be sold for taxes. I picked up paying all the back taxes and are currently paying all now due taxes. We don't know where the deed is to the property. I live in Ohio and also have many sibblings. Since I have been paying these taxes and the property was going to be sold can I get ownership of this property? Is there any statue of limitations after death to get ownership? Do I have to buy the other sibblings share if any is theres?


Asked on 8/04/02, 7:54 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Property Ownership

The first thing is to locate the property and determine its present title and lien sitution. Rights to the property and % thereof can then be determined. Anyone paying off taxes would have an equitable lien for repayment. Call me should you wish to discuss further at 561 998 9401.

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Answered on 8/04/02, 10:36 pm
Gregg Manes Gregg A. Manes, Esq.

Re: Property Ownership

You will need to file an ancillary administration in Florida in order to have the deed transfered from your fathers estate. Yes, you will have to purchase your siblings share. Further, there is no statute of limitations to transfer the property or to have an ancillary administration.

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Answered on 8/11/02, 9:40 pm


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