Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York
Filing quit claim deeds
It has recently come to my attention that there is a boarded up building in the Bronx, New York that belongs to my family. I have prepared a geneaology chart and have identified twelve family members that could possibly share in its possession. I have mailed them all letters notifying them of the building's existence and condition. They have shown no interest. Do you think it would be possible for me to file quitclaim deeds on their behalf or must an attorney do it? About how much would it cost (ball park figure)? Would it be 1 quitclaim deed or 12?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Filing quit claim deeds
The current owners must execute the deed..you cannot execute it for them. All of the owners must sign the same deed.
This might be possible with a power of attorney.
Feel free to call me at 8458782163 to discuss this if you would like.
Good Luck
RRG
Re: Filing quit claim deeds
You cannot file a quit claim deed on their behalf. Instead, you have to verify who the owner of the building is/was and, if it belonged to a family member, you have to determine if there was an estate for that member. It may get complicated, unless all other family members agree to give you title to the property.
Feel free to call me if you have any further questions.
Kind regards,
Peter Moulinos
Re: Filing quit claim deeds
This is not a simple matter of filing quitclaim deeds. From your short description of the situation, I would say the matter may be rather complex but more information is needed. Was this property originally owned by someone now deceased? Are any of the present "owners" minors?
My firm can help you with this as we are experienced in estates (probate) and real estate matters. Feel free to contact me.
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