Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

My 101 yr old Mom is bed ridden with alzhemiers

My sister and I have been supporting her in her own house for six years. She has no money. We went to Court six years ago to get Guardianship plus I have a Power of attorney. We want to sell her house which is her name to get some money, and put her into my brother in laws apt. We have a contract on the house but need help on how to proceed with signatures & most important, is it legal to do this on our own. We sold it without Real Estate. Thanks for your help. We are desperate for help.


Asked on 12/08/17, 4:55 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Miriam Jacobson Retired from practice of law

You really need to seek a consultation with a local real estate lawyer, to whom you disclose all of the facts and documents. I don't understand what you mean by "We sold it without Real Estate." You may ask the buyer's title insurance company what it requires from you. There are also issues in planning for your 101 yr old bed ridden Mom with alzheimers, which may require consulting with an Elder Law attorney. A short consultation shouldn't be too expensive, and perhaps there is low or pro-bono law firm or clinic that will help you.

Good luck.

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Answered on 12/08/17, 10:17 am


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