Mobile Home Ownership Dispute

Summary

Verbal agreements can be legally binding in Mississippi, and long-term payments may give you certain rights. However, the widows legal rights and inheritance complicate the situation. Consult a local real estate attorney for personalized advice.

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Paul
Hello Paul, nice to meet you. How can I assist you with your legal issue today?
Well we are buying a mobile home from my dad with no contract we been making the payments for about 13 years .he died several years ago and his widow has remarried and now wants us to move out by next month for no aparent reason
Hello Paul, I'm sorry for your situation. May I know which state you're located in? Laws about real estate transactions vary greatly from each location.
Ms
Hello Paul, in Mississippi, you may have some rights due to the long-term verbal agreement with your father. However, these are complex issues:
- Verbal agreements can be legally binding.
- Adverse possession rights.
- The widow's legal rights.
You should consult with a local real estate attorney.
Ok but can she do this
Hello Paul, in Mississippi:
- The widow may have legal rights if she inherited the property.
- However, your consistent payments might give you some rights.
- It's complex and depends on many factors.
You should consult a local real estate attorney.