What to do if due to an the impending death of my critically ill father, I’m about to replace him on the deed to a house that he lived in with his brother and sister-in-law?

What to do if due to an the impending death of my critically ill father, I’m about to replace him on the deed to a house that he lived in with his brother and sister-in-law?

Their 2 names are also on the deed. I would like to either have all 3 of us agree to sell the property or have them buy me out. Is there a “majority rule” provision for decisions on the property given the 3 owners?

Asked on December 12, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Pennsylvania

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