Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York
Hello. My mother died approx. 5 years ago and her estate was never completely settled. There is no money - the only asset left is the mobile home that she used to live in - that I have since taken over and been making payments on. I put the lot in my name - but the mobile home remains in hers. I am looking to sell the property and move - but I am not sure of the laws and obligations that I have towards the property. The property is currently listed with a real estate agent. I am looking to relocate from the Watertown, NY area to the Albany, NY area as soon as I possibly can. Do I have to stay in the home until it sells - since technically it is not in my name? Would there be any repercussions with having the lot in my name but moving before the house is sold? I am looking for some general direction. Am I responsible for the mortgage? My sister and I were left everything - but I am the one currently taking care of the house. HELP!
1 Answer from Attorneys
Only the executor of the estate (or current title owner) can sell it. You can vacate.