Castile, NY asked in Real Estate Law for New York

Q: My father signed me over a property quit claim, he has a heloc on it but won’t pay. Is there anything I can do?

He has Alzheimer’s and his wife took over all finances. I live on the property but I feel like she will let it forclose just to spite me. Is there anything that I can do?

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Elaine Shay
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Elaine Shay
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  • New York, NY
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A: You can make the payments yourself but quit claim deed wouldn't entitle you to force someone else to make the payments

Michael David Siegel
Michael David Siegel
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  • New York, NY
  • Licensed in New York

A: You need to pay. Also, the quitclaim deed was not the best. Probably should consult an elder/estate planning lawyer to see where you stand.

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