how do I geta deed changed into my name?
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how do I geta deed changed into my name?
My uncle and his ex-wife had land on which I have a mobile home. Before my uncle could change the deed into my name he died. His ex-wife then was the owner of this land because it was a survivorship deed. Then 2 weeks after he died, she died. She had no children but he had one son. I have paid taxes on this land for about 20 years. How do I obtain ownership of this property?
Asked on June 24, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Alabama
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I thin that you had best seek legal help on this matter as soon as you possibly can. I do not think that there is any way that you can obtain ownership at this point in time. You can not use the theory of adverse possession in any way. The possession was consentual and not "hostile" in any way. And any agreement to sell or give land must bein writing to be valid. I know that you paid taxes on the land for 20 years but one could argue that these payments were made instead of rent. I think you had better find a new place to take the mobile home or consider buying the and from your cousin. Good luck to you.
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