Q: Can my grandmother sell a house in Puerto Rico that is willed out to me and my sister by my deceased grandfather.
Can she change his will and sell the house herself ? They only had one son, my father and he is deceased also.
A:
If the entire interest in the house was owned by your grandfather at the time of his death, and if he left it to you and your sister in his will, then it should already be titled in your name and your sister's name. If it is not, then either it was not in fact left to you and your sister or your grandfather's will has not been probated yet or it was never his to devise to you. In other words, this question cannot be answered without a lot more information, including a review of the condition of title at the time of your grandfather's death, his will, and any probate case that was administered. You should consult with a probate attorney in your area for help with this.
To answer one question with certainty, no, your grandmother cannot change your grandfather's will. Nobody can change another person's will while they are alive or after they are gone. However, that may not be what is happening here.
A: This is a question you need to ask an attorney licensed to practice law in Puerto Rico.
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