Q: My mother passed and left me 50% of the property. She gave her sister the other 50 with the intent of sharing 25% with m
My sister has taken over the house. Is that legal?
A: I suspect that the real property actually went to the Heirs which would include you and your sister, as it appears no Will was Probated. But whatever the case, a title search is necessary and you may wish to file an Action for a Sale for Partition if both you, the sister and the aunt own the real property. Hire a competent attorney.
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