Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas

will and property deed

if property is deeded in a will to two people and only one of the people has paid the taxes and done the renovations, how can they keep the other person off the property?


Asked on 2/10/09, 7:25 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Patricia F. Bushman BUSHMAN LAW OFFICES

Re: will and property deed

As long as they own half the property, they have as much right to be there as you do. You should start by talking with a good probate attorney since it sounds like the estate the property came from has never been formally probated.

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Answered on 2/11/09, 10:37 am
Cheryl Rivera Smith The Smith Law Firm

Re: will and property deed

By claiming adverse possession and meeting the statutory requirements. If you don't meet the requirements, you can request that the court partition the property in order to sell it if the other party is not cooperative. Many attorneys will provide a free initial consultation to assess your situation.

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Answered on 2/11/09, 2:34 pm


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