Q: My dad passed 9 mths ago as per will if siblings is not agreeable property to be sold. What next
my brother state he will buy me out. But he has live in the property for 9 mths taxes is past due no insurance on house. Please help
A: If the will has been submitted to probate, and the court has appointed an executor, then the executor must follow the terms of the will and sell the property if there is no agreement among siblings. The probate court would have to approve any potential sale. The executor also must take proper care of the property including paying taxes and keeping insurance current. Talk to the attorney handling the probate with the executor, or use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local probate attorney to review the situation and advise you. If the will has not yet been submitted to probate, the attorney can advise you about that.
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