Mother died in 2008 with no will she left her home with me The house is still in her name but I need to sell it I have been living and taking care of the house since before her death my siblings want nothing to do with it
Probably. Hire a probate lawyer who practices in the county to represent you. If the title company agrees, you may be able to record an Affidavit of Heirship followed by Special Warranty Deeds of Gift from your siblings to you. If not, you must probate (prove) the estate and then record a Distribution Deed to all the heirs followed by Special Warranty Deeds of Gift from your siblings to you.
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