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What to do in a dispute with my sister over the inherited home of our parents, if I have requested to be bought out but my sibling refuses?

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What to do in a dispute with my sister over the inherited home of our parents, if I have requested to be bought out but my sibling refuses?

She has moved her ex-husband into the home without paying rent ( and without my permission) and refuses to pay property taxes. What is my possible recourse?

Asked on February 16, 2015 under Estate Planning, Michigan

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

When the owners of property cannot decide on what to do, they can bring a legal action (a lawsuit) seeking a court order requing that the property be sold and the proceeds distributed; the law does not require you to remain an owner with a co-owner with whom you cannot come to terms. You should speak with a real estate attorney or a litigator about exploring such an action. Possibly, when you seek to bring  an action, your sister will agree to buy you out, or perhaps to let you buy her out at reasonable terms.


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