This is great question but to answer it an attorney would need to see the deed and know other facts. For instance, did you occupy the property as your homestead? You might be entitled to a forced spousal share, or a marital homestead. If the property is valuable consult an attorney.

That depends. You might have a claim for adverse possession if you have occupied it for 15 years. Paying taxes, in itself, does not bestow title upon you. I'm guessing that the property belonged to a family member. You may need to file probate to clear the title.

The property will be awarded to both of you. You might try to get the house sold in the probate court. Generally the house would be considered the separate property of each of you in the divorce. You should consult an experienced probate and family law attorney, for help with this problem ASAP.... View More

To answer this question a copy of the deed needs to be reviewed. Vesting full title in the nephew might depend upon the form used.

If the final order distributed the property to you alone then you can sell it as your property. If the probate is not completed then you will need an order from the court. You should hire an attorney to assist you with this issue if it is more complicated that that.

This is more of a probate question.

It is likely that a probate is needed in order to get property into the names of the sisters' decedents. If the other couple were relatives, it is possible that the sisters' children may be entitled to that as well. You should visit with a... View More

Your question seems to ask whether the type of deed impacts the ability to reserve a mineral interest (not given to the grantee). The answer is no, any type of deed can reserve a mineral interest. Also there is no requirement that there be a current lease in order to reserve a mineral interest.... View More

If your property is owned jointly the uncle has the right to partition. There are several strategies that you may want to use to either preserve the property or minimize your losses. You should visit with an attorney for suggestions.

In Oklahoma, when a person dies without a will, the estate passes to his spouse, and children first. If none, then to brothers and sisters. Adoption does not matter, nor does half blood.

Please visit my website, www.garyjdean.com for information on Oklahoma law. Then, at the bottom of the... View More

Generally oral contracts for the sale or purchase of real property are not enforceable because of the statute of frauds which states those type contracts must be in writing. There are exceptions to this rule which are long and hard to explain in this type post. You need to seek an attorney now and... View More

If title to the real estate is in both of their names, they would probably hold title as tenants in common if it came down through probate from their father. Since their names are both on the title to the real property, the only way to remove another owner would be through a partition action where... View More

Sorry for your losses.

The first step is to figure our how the land was titled. In most counties deeds are available online either free or for a small fee.

In order to get the property in your name, an Oklahoma probate court must enter an order doing so. Unfortunately, this... View More

Probably, one would have to take a look at the provisions of the contract. If you do so, make sure that the owner grants you a quit claim deed or a release of the contract for deed lien. Otherwise, it may remain as a title issue for years to come.

Technically no if it was inherited or property owned before the marriage. However, a title company or good attorney would want the spouse to join in the deed to remove any possibility of a homestead, joint industry, or other claim in the future.

You have a two part question:

1. Unless you signed a note, you are not personally liable for the debt. Still the mortgage holder can foreclose on the property.

2. You are also not personally liable for the taxes. But if the taxes are not paid the property will be sold at a... View More

Yes you can purchase a home, real property or mineral interests. There shouldn't be any "legal" drawbacks to that form of ownership.

This does sound strange. Closing is when title is transferred and you are paid. Inspections should occur prior thereto. A buyer is usually allowed to back-out of closing if the property requires a certain dollar amount of repairs. I'd be very careful and have it reviewed by an attorney... View More

For your answer I am going to assume that the deed to the three people did not give one a greater share than any other. In that case, C would own 1/3 under the facts presented. If A died instead of deeding the property to B, then B & C would own 1/2 each if it was a Joint Tenancy with right... View More

Yes, but in most cases a simple Quit Claim Deed is appropriate. However, there may be good reasons not to add a loving spouse to property you own. His financial or tax issues may become liens on your property. You should consult an attorney before taking such a step.

There are several options to adding an individual on your property. But we should start with the question of "Why is it important and what are you attempting to accomplish?"

If you just want to make sure that she inherits it, this can be done with a Will, a Trust or a Transfer on... View More