If I’m on the deed to a house, do I have rights to the sale proceeds?
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If I’m on the deed to a house, do I have rights to the sale proceeds?
My mother and stepfather owned a home and both have passed away; my mother first and then my stepfather. I was not on speaking terms with my stepfather. I was told by my half-sister that he left the house to her in his Will. I was okay with that because I thought she was going to live in the house. However, now she says that she is going to sell the house. Well, the deed is in my name and her name, so I believe the house is half mine and that she cannot sell it without my approval and signature. Is that correct?
Asked on April 15, 2019 under Real Estate Law, Florida
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 4 years ago | Contributor
If your name is on the deed, then as a owner you must consnet and sign the deed regaring any transfer. Further, you are entitled to your share of the proceeds of any sale. Your stepfather has no legal right to leave your share of the house to your stepsister.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 4 years ago | Contributor
If your name is on the deed, then as a owner you must consnet and sign the deed regaring any transfer. Further, you are entitled to your share of the proceeds of any sale. Your stepfather has no legal right to leave your share of the house to your stepsister.
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