Q: Is it the mobile home parks responsibility to get the title or pay for the cost to obtain the title for my mobile home?
I purchased a mobile home in 2018, park manager wanted the title before I put it in my name and never gave it back. Now the new park manager is saying it isn't in my file nor do they have a copy of it.
All my efforts to reach the previous owner to have the get a lost title have been in vain.
I live in michigan
A:
The responsibility for obtaining and maintaining the title of your mobile home typically falls on the owner, not the mobile home park. Since you purchased the mobile home in 2018, the title should have been transferred to your name at that time. The park manager requesting the title before transferring it to your name may have complicated the situation.
Given that the park manager never returned the title and it is not in your file, you will need to take action to resolve this. Start by contacting the Michigan Department of State to inquire about the process for obtaining a duplicate or lost title. They can guide you through the necessary steps and provide the required forms.
If you continue to face difficulties, consider seeking legal advice to help navigate the situation and ensure you secure the title in your name. Document all your communications and efforts to resolve this issue, as this will be helpful if further action is needed.
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