I am an only child, my husband and my 2 children moved in with my Mother after the death of my father. We have lived here for 16 years. My mother will be 76 soon and is the sole owner of the house, her will states she is leaving her estate to me. My question is, should she become ill, and I am not able to care for her resulting in nursing home care, could I lose the house or do I have rights having lived here for 16 years? We are residence of New York state. I do not want to suggest taking ownership away from her as she advances in age but I do not want to be unprotected either. The lose of my mother would be devastating let alone lose our home too. Is there anything I should/could do to protect both my mother and my family?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Yes, absolutely. But you need to take action immediately. This is an important issue, as you are well aware, and you need to go see a lawyer and pay for face to face legal advice and have the proper documents drafted.
Good luck.
Rick Bryan
New York, NY
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