Can my brother prevent the liquidation of my parents home since he has resided there 10 years?
Full Question:
My parents live in Texas and have a will stating that all property is to be divided equally among their birth sons and daughters. My brother, his spouse and adopted, autistic, 10 yr old son
have lived in my parents house for 10 yrs or more. My brother pays half of the electric bill, does odd jobs around the house and yard. In the event of my parents death, does my brother or his spouse have legal ways of keeping us from liquidating the house?
04/29/2009 |
Category: Wills and Estates |
State: ALL |
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Answer:
In some cases, an heir may contest a will, such as by claiming that its maker lacked testamentary capacity or was under undue influence. In order to claim ownership of property through possession and improvements to a property, the person must not have consent to
occupy the property.