Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Texas

My grandmother recently passed away and her husband was the main owner of her home. My husband and I moved in to take care of her and are currently living in the home. She passed and we are told that they were only common law married so the home will not go to us. My grandfather has 8 brothers and sisters still living and they have about 4 to 8 kids each. We are told that they have to sign off that they do not want the home. We do not know that side of the family at all. Is there any loop hole where we can stay here and claim the home? We are capable of paying all bills and house payment. Please help.

Asked on 3/30/14, 8:15 am

David Leon David L. Leon, P.C.

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You need to go to probate court and prove up the common law marriage.

Dave Leon

Answered on 3/30/14, 8:28 am

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