My family owns some land that has been in our family for generations. My cousins convinced my father to transfer the land and our family home into their names. We’ve lived in the house for over 25 years and always paid the taxes. Now, my cousins want to sell the land. I heard that ancestral property can’t be easily transferred, so I’m worried. Do I have any claim on the land and house? If my cousins sell the land without telling me, can I still take action after the sale? What should I do?

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Law Forum › Category: Property › My family owns some land that has been in our family for generations. My cousins convinced my father to transfer the land and our family home into their names. We’ve lived in the house for over 25 years and always paid the taxes. Now, my cousins want to sell the land. I heard that ancestral property can’t be easily transferred, so I’m worried. Do I have any claim on the land and house? If my cousins sell the land without telling me, can I still take action after the sale? What should I do?
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Apni Law Staff asked 7 months ago

My family owns some land that has been in our family for generations. My cousins convinced my father to transfer the land and our family home into their names. We’ve lived in the house for over 25 years and always paid the taxes. Now, my cousins want to sell the land. I heard that ancestral property can’t be easily transferred, so I’m worried. Do I have any claim on the land and house? If my cousins sell the land without telling me, can I still take action after the sale? What should I do?

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Apni Law Staff answered 7 months ago

You may have a claim to the land and house based on inheritance and adverse possession laws. Consult a lawyer immediately to discuss your rights and explore legal options to protect your interests. A court can potentially set aside the transfer or order compensation if the sale was fraudulent or you have a valid claim.

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