Q: Our friend has lived in one of his uncle's houses for over 30 years. Uncle dies can his kids take house? Ohio
Uncle let friend live in house for over 30 years and now that uncle passes away the uncle's kids are now trying to take our friend's home away from him. We don't know if there is a will. Friend received letter in mail stating land is being appraised.
A: The uncle's wife, kids, or other next of kin will get the house according to the will, or according to Ohio law if he left no valid will. The nephew, your friend, would only have rights to the home if the will says so.
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