Q: My mother passed in 2014, she was behind in her taxes 3 years prior to her death. The house was about to be foreclosed.
We moved in the mold infested home and did several improvements and caught up the taxes to 2016. My siblings names are on the title but refuse to help pay. What can I do to get the title in my name?
A: I assume there was a probate and the house was transferred from your Mother's estate to you and your siblings. What you would need to do is either offer your siblings a buyout, or sue for partition. Just because you paid the taxes and improved the property does not mean they automatically owe you their share, it's going to depend on how the home is owned and you'll also need to review your state laws. I would highly suggest seeking the help of a local attorney that knows your state and county real property laws.
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