Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania

Co-ownership Sale Of Property

My brother-in-law and I Co-own a piece of property. Due to severe differences we have agreed to sale the property. We obtained a fair offer and he has refused to sign the sales agreement even though the offer will expire shortly. I am ready to pursue ''Partitioning'' if necessary. How can I proceed? I & he live in Allegheny County, the property is in Potter County.


Asked on 8/19/03, 9:57 am

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Gerald Hershenson Law Office of Gerald M. Hershenson

Re: Co-ownership Sale Of Property

I suggest you obtain the advice of legal counsel. Since the property is located in Potter County, it logical for you to bring the action in that county. A partition action ultimately requires a sale of the property through a court appointed trustee. This is an expensive process and both you and your brother would receive less proceeds from such a sale. Obtain the services of an attorney to review how you hold title and see what your remedies would be. I would be willing to review your deed and advise you the best way to proceed given the circumstances. A small fee arrangement can be established for this purpose. Gerald M. Hershenson 215-579-9390

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Answered on 8/19/03, 10:04 am


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