Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Illinois
person A has 30 acres left to them but does not transfer deed in his name. The original owner is deceased with no heirs. Person B pays delinquent tax's on the property. What is the next step for person B to do to obtain the property deed.
2 Answers from Attorneys
More information would be needed. Did you purchase the taxes at tax sale? Are you making an adverse possession claim? Contact a real estate attorney in your area for specific advice.
Your question would be best discussed in an appointment. If you are Person A, then see an attorney experienced in probate and real estate. If you are Person B, see an attorney that has experience in filing for a tax deed, assuming that paying the delinquent taxes means they were bought at a tax sale (as opposed to just paying overdue taxes or redeeming the property from a tax sale). Obtaining a tax deed requires strict adherence to the statutory requirements and should be handled by an attorney experienced in the process.