I have been the only heir paying property tax and upkeep and repairs. Can i get full ownership?
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I have been the only heir paying property tax and upkeep and repairs. Can i get full ownership?
I am one of several heirs to a parcel of property but the only one who has been paying the property taxes and upkeep and repairs of the vacant house and land for over 25 years. Can I get full title to ownership?
Asked on August 28, 2017 under Real Estate Law, California
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
No, paying the property taxes, upkeep and repairs, and/or other expenses (e.g. insurance; mortgage) does NOT give you full ownership over the land or deprive the other owners of their ownership interests. However, it may entitle you to a larger share of the proceeds if the property is sold, and if the other heirs will not voluntarily agree to let you have more money, if you were to bring a legal action in this regard, it is likely the court would give you a larger share.
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