Q: We 3 siblings own our dead mother's house. Only my sister has access to utility bills. I pay sister but nothing on.
What can I do about this?
A: If all of you are on the deed you should all have access to pay the utility bills. If your sister is supposed to be paying the utility bills but is not, stop paying her for the utility bills and contact the utility companies directly to pay off the outstanding balances in order to get the power and other utilities turned back. Ask your sister what happened to the money and ask for repayment for what you have given her so far. If she refuses to pay, consult with an attorney to file a claim in court against your sister.
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