Q: Is there anything we can do if we have paid back taxes on a property and have continued to pay to get a deed?
We have a property that my wife's parents bought and started building a house on. But they gave up paying the taxes and the property went up for an auction unless back taxes were paid. My wife and I paid the taxes and have continued to pay them. My wife's father has signed over his part of the property to us but my mother in law will not and would rather see the property in someone else's hands is there anything we can do to get a title in our name so we can finish the house? Thank you in advance we are located in colorado.
A: You will need to contact a real estate attorney directly for advice with your situation. As a general rule, paying taxes and receiving the father's share give you an interest in the property. The mother can force a sale, but you can offer to purchase her portion. If nothing else you should receive a portion of the profit from the sale. If you haven't already, make sure to use the material you have to get on the deed of the property.
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