Forcing Sale of an Inherited Parcel in Vermont: When a Co‑Owner Refuses to List
How a co‑owner can compel sale of an inherited Vermont parcel Short answer: If you and your relative own the same inherited property as co‑owners (usually tenants in common) and the relative refuses to list the parcel for sale, you can ask a Vermont court to divide or sell the land through a partition action. […]
Read article →Vermont: Paperwork You Need to Prove House Expenses in a Partition Case
What paperwork do I need to show receipts or bank statements for expenses on the house in a partition case? Short answer: Collect original receipts and invoices, cancelled checks, matching bank or credit‑card statements, contractor agreements, repair permits, and supporting proof (photos, before/after notes). Authenticate those records with testimony or affidavits and organize a clear […]
Read article →Vermont: Recovering Mortgage, Property Tax, and Carrying Costs from Sale Proceeds
Detailed Answer Short answer: Under Vermont law, you may be able to recover mortgage payments, property taxes, insurance, and other carrying costs you paid before a sale, but whether and how much you recover depends on the legal context (for example, divorce or co‑ownership), the nature of the payments (principal vs. interest vs. improvements), any […]
Read article →Vermont: Requiring a Co-owner to Produce Mortgage Statements and Repair Receipts Before Dividing Sale Proceeds
Short answer Yes — you can and should ask a co-owner for mortgage statements and repair receipts before proceeds are split. Under Vermont law, liens (like mortgages) and valid claims for necessary costs are resolved before net sale proceeds are divided, and courts routinely require an accounting in a partition or related proceeding. If a […]
Read article →How to Force a Sale of Co-Owned Property in Vermont (Partition Process)
Disclaimer: This is educational information only and not legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed Vermont attorney. Detailed answer — What to do when co-owners disagree about a property If you own real estate jointly with two or more people in Vermont and the co‑owners cannot agree about selling, your primary […]
Read article →How to File a Partition Action in Vermont to Divide Inherited Property When a Co-Owner Won’t Cooperate
Detailed answer: How to pursue a partition action in Vermont when a co-owner won’t cooperate Short answer: In Vermont, if a co-owner of inherited real property refuses to cooperate, an owner can ask the Superior Court in the county where the property is located to force a partition (a physical division or a sale). The […]
Read article →Vermont: How to File a Partition Action to Force Sale or Seek a Buyout
How to start a partition action in Vermont to force sale or seek a buyout of a co-owner's share Disclaimer: This is general information only and not legal advice. Laws change and every case turns on facts. Consult a Vermont attorney before filing court papers. Detailed answer — what a partition action is and when […]
Read article →Forcing a Sale of Inherited or Joint Vermont Property When Heirs Refuse Mediation
When Co‑owners Refuse Mediation or Decline to Sign — How Vermont Law Handles Forced Sales of Real Property Short answer: If some heirs or co‑owners refuse mediation or refuse to sign a sale agreement, you usually can still force a sale of the property in Vermont. The usual route is a court action (a partition […]
Read article →How to Start a Partition Lawsuit in Vermont
Understanding Partition Laws and How to File in Vermont Disclaimer: This article is informational only and is not legal advice. It explains general Vermont law and practical steps. For advice specific to your situation, consult a licensed Vermont attorney. Detailed Answer What a partition action is A partition action is a court process that divides […]
Read article →Vermont — Documents and Information to Provide Your Lawyer to Start a Partition Action
Detailed Answer This guide explains what information and documents most Vermont attorneys will ask you to provide when starting a partition action (a court case to divide or sell jointly owned real property). It assumes no prior legal knowledge and is organized so you can collect materials efficiently before your first lawyer meeting. Short overview […]
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