What to do if a life tenant “sold” the property?
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What to do if a life tenant “sold” the property?
My uncle sold his property to my mother 49 years ago and retained a life estate. He then sold the property to another person 14 years later and died 9 years after that. It is my understanding that after my uncle died, all interest should have gone to my mother and now that she is dead the land should go to me. How do I or can I reclaim this property after 27 years?
Asked on November 22, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Texas
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I suggest that you consult with a real estate attorney about the situation that you have written about. The problem I see is that if the person who bought the property from your uncle had no idea it was sold to another person then your mother's recourse for damages seemingly is solely against the uncle.
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