Q: Stepmom Exec/Brother Co-Exec dads will. will states exec. can remain in property until vacates or death.
up. We recently found she has not paid property taxes 7yrs. cut off contact with us both. we are trying to see if there is a way to remover her. the property is to return to my brother upon death/vacate. we are heading for a large tax bill. our concern is we will lose it bc of her lack of concern for the porperty
A: It sounded like she has a life tenancy. In texas, life tenant is responsible for property taxes. If she does not pay, the remainderman (your brother) may sue her for reimbursement. You should contact an attorney to help you come up with a plan on how to approach it.
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