Q: My parents passed away 5 & 6 years ago. My oldest brother lives in the house.
My middle brother and I want nothing to do with the house. My oldest brother refuses to put the house in his name as he fears he will lose his disability. If he fails to pay taxes or utility bills can my middle brother and i be held responsible with anything regarding the house or can we walk away and leave the worries to our oldest brother?
A: If the house is not in your name you do not own the house. If you do not own the house you are not responsible for paying the taxes or the utility bills. If you do own the house and you are on title then you should be concerned if the taxes are not paid.
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