Q: As a 65 year old caregiver of an unrelated, deceased NY City Reverse Mortgage homeowner, how may I be Administrator?
I was the live in caregiver of an 84 year old whose home is currently in Reverse mortgage. The issue is the out of state siblings of the caregiver intend to seek to obtain Letters of Administration. I think should be the Administrator. Also, are there options for me to remain in the home for an extended period time to avoid homelessness.
A:
Dear Queens Caregiver:
Why not apply to Queens County Surrogate Court to be the Administrator? If you prevail, you will have a tough job hunting down unknown heirs of the deceased homeowner. You get to live rent-free until a party with a superior right to possession succeeds in an eviction lawsuit.
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