Claiming Property Ownership

Summary

To claim property ownership in Virginia through adverse possession, you must meet specific criteria, including open, notorious, and continuous possession for 15 years. Consulting a real estate attorney can help you navigate this process. In Carroll County, contact the Circuit Court Clerks Office for more information.

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Say I have been renting a house for 7 years and I have been paying for the taxes for the past five years and the landlord died and no one has come to get rent in five months how can I get the deed in my name
What state are you located in, Missy? The laws regarding property transfer after a landlord's death can vary by location.
VA
What steps have you taken so far to claim the property?

In Virginia, you may need to go through the process of adverse possession. This involves:
- Open, notorious, and continuous possession
- For a period of 15 years.
Nothing I don't know what to do
What is the address of the property? In Virginia, you may need to consult with a real estate attorney to understand the process of adverse possession.
Why should that matter
The property address is important to determine the jurisdiction and the specific local laws that may apply to your case.
Let say it is in Carroll county VA You still there
Yes, I'm here. In Carroll County, VA, you can contact the Circuit Court Clerk's Office at (*) *-* for more information on adverse possession.