Q: I've had possession of a house that my father in-law owns for 25 years in 2015 I went to Georgia but I kept up the bills
And maintenance.He passed away in 2018 without a will and did not have to pay taxes can we my wife and I "his daughter" claim the property
A: In Arkansas, you might be able to claim ownership through "adverse possession" if you've been in continuous, open possession of the property for a certain period. Additionally, since your father-in-law passed away without a will, his estate would typically go to his closest relatives, which likely includes your wife.
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