Q: Mother died Jan 2023 w home in IL and AL. I am only heir (there is a will) and also executor. Went through probate in
AL but could not also afford in IL. Sent letter to mtg holder in IL saying I did not want house and they could foreclose. My name NOT on title. Can they sue me for attorney costs or any other house related costs?
A: This query needs to be posted in IL. But you should not have any personal liability as only being an heir. Probably should not have wrote anything to lender, but just abandoned it. Since you did, you might want to read the Deed of Trust and Note verbatim. Lender may want you to give a quit claim deed to save them money and time.
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