Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas
Rights of heirs
My step father hired a lawyer asking me and my sisters to waive our rights to the home and property that my mother and he bought in Feb'92. He is planning on selling the property and move, what rights do we as heirs to her estate have. My mother passed away without a will. Any help would be most appreciated.
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Rights of heirs
You and your sisters have an undivided half interest in the home; your mother's half interest, assuming the home is in Texas. Your stepfather wants you to waive your interest in your mother's estate; i.e. half the value of the home.
What you choose to do next is strictly up to you and your sisters.
Re: Rights of heirs
Generally speaking, your step dad gets half of the property and all of the step children get the other half. Your step dad is entitle to a life estate in the house.
Re: Rights of heirs
You really should talk to an attorney who will hopefully help you protect your inheritance. Most will give a complimentary initial consultation to help you make your decision. My condolences at the loss of your mother.
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