Legal Question in Real Estate Law in North Carolina

My husband and I are care-takers of of a church and nearly 20 acres of land. It is a huge responsibility. We live on the property and were told that we will be given life-time rights. Because the property belongs to the church and not a person; there is no will. The Board of Elders would like to know if they can draw up a life-time agreement (with provisions & conditions) & have it notarized. Will that suffice? Best Regards, Julie Robbins


Asked on 7/16/13, 7:18 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Kenneth Love Ken Love Law

No, that will not suffice. You either need to do a deed which gives you a life estate or a lease at will that terminated upon your death. Anything less than either of those will lead to problems down the road.

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Answered on 7/16/13, 8:42 am


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