Q: The existing deed for a property I want to purchase, is listed in two siblings' & a nephew's name, but two have died.
I have lived across from this property for 43 years. Even though we are like family, we are not related biologically. The property originally passed to the two sons and a daughter from their parents, in the 60's and has been split several times with this last piece remaining. The daughter died 8 years ago at 94 years of age and her 1/3 passed to her nephew through her will. The two brothers preceded her in death, each had a wife - but the wives are not listed on the deed as co-owners, and not in their wills. To complicate matters more, one of the wives has died - she has two sons who inherited equally. How do we go about getting the deed untangled?? I know we will need to contact an attorney but we are looking for the least expensive way to facilitate this since the property's value is only about $3000 - $4000 now. What might be the least complicated and least expensive solution??? So, that we can approach an attorney with some knowledge. Thanks for your help...
A: Unfortunately, it is complicated and will be expensive. You need to start by showing a lawyer the deed, all the involved Wills, and certain documents from any estates that were opened.
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