What a Tennessee ‘Dismissal With Prejudice' Means in a Partition Case
Understanding a Tennessee Court's Dismissal "With Prejudice" in a Partition Case This FAQ-style explanation describes what it means when a judge dismisses a partition action with prejudice in Tennessee, what the practical effects are, why a court might do it, and your next steps. This is educational information only and is not legal advice. Detailed […]
Read article →How to Force Sale or Division of Co‑Owned Property After Divorce in Tennessee
Options to Force Sale or Division of Real Property You Still Co‑Own After Divorce (Tennessee) This FAQ explains the practical and legal options under Tennessee law if you and your former spouse continue to co‑own real property after a divorce and you want the property divided or sold. Short answer If you still co‑own property […]
Read article →Selling a Co-Owned Property in Tennessee to Pay Funeral and Property Taxes
Detailed Answer Short answer: You can sell a co-owned property in Tennessee either by agreement with the co-owners or, if they don’t agree, by filing a partition action in court. If the sale is to pay funeral costs and property taxes, you must identify whether the property is part of a decedent’s estate or owned […]
Read article →How to File a Partition Action in Tennessee to Force Sale of Real Property
Can I force the sale of a deceased parent’s house in Tennessee? Quick answer and steps Quick answer (plain language) If you and one or more people own Tennessee real estate together — for example you and siblings inherited your late father’s house as tenants in common — any co-owner can ask a court to […]
Read article →How to Buy Out Co-Owners in a Tennessee Partition Case Before Court-Ordered Sale
Can I buy out my co‑owners in a Tennessee partition case before the court orders a sale? Quick answer: Yes — in many cases you can make a buyout offer to co‑owners and resolve a partition action by agreement before the court orders a sale. To do so effectively in Tennessee you should (1) confirm […]
Read article →Tennessee: When an Heir Refuses to Move Out of Inherited Property — Your Legal Options
What to do when an heir living in inherited property in Tennessee won’t move out or agree to sell their share Short answer: In Tennessee you generally can force a resolution through the courts — most commonly by filing a partition action that asks a court to divide the property (if physically possible) or order […]
Read article →Tennessee: Options When the Other Party Asks the Court Only to Sell the House
Disclaimer: I am not a lawyer. This article explains general information about Tennessee law and common options. It is not legal advice. For advice about your exact case, consult a licensed Tennessee attorney. Detailed Answer Quick overview of the legal background under Tennessee law When co-owners or divorcing spouses cannot agree about a house, Tennessee […]
Read article →Tennessee: How to Refinance and Buy Out a Co‑Owner — Step‑by‑Step FAQ
Can I refinance and buy out the other owner of property in Tennessee? A clear, step‑by‑step FAQ Disclaimer: This is educational information only and not legal advice. Consult a Tennessee attorney and a tax professional about your specific situation before taking action. Short answer Yes — in Tennessee you can generally refinance a mortgage to […]
Read article →Risks of Granting a Life Estate Instead of Selling Property — Tennessee
Risks of Granting a Life Estate Instead of Selling Property — Tennessee Short answer (FAQ style) Granting the other owner a life estate in the property instead of selling it can solve some immediate problems (it avoids a cash sale and preserves use for the life tenant), but it creates a set of long‑term legal, […]
Read article →Tennessee: Forcing the Sale of Co-Owned Property When Mediation Fails
What to do when a co-owner refuses further mediation and you need the property sold Disclaimer: This article is educational and is not legal advice. For guidance specific to your situation, consult a licensed Tennessee attorney. Detailed Answer If you co-own real property in Tennessee and the other owner refuses to continue mediation or negotiate […]
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