Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Mississippi
What are the responsibilities of (step mother) holder of life estate?
To whom it may concern,
My sister and I retain the rights to my fathers home upon the death of our step mother. This was stated in the will and it did go through propate. The home needs a new roof, according to our step mother? She wants us to pay for it. Who is responsible for repairs such as this?
Thank You!
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: What are the responsibilities of (step mother) holder of life estate?
A life estate holder should keep the property in good shape.
Re: What are the responsibilities of (step mother) holder of life estate?
If your step-mother has a life estate, the duty to pay will most likely be hers. Life tenants have duties to prevent "waste" to the property that they are able to occupy during their lifetime.
Re: What are the responsibilities of (step mother) holder of life estate?
If step-mother has a life estate, you will be responsible for that portion of the repair costs that can be allocated to repairs after the life estate ends. If your stepmother has a lease, it may obligate somebody to repair the roof. Otherwise, the full costs of repair are yours. You should consult with an attorney about your situation.
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