Appointment of a Commissioner for a Private Sale in a Minnesota Partition Action
Short answer Yes — under Minnesota law a court that orders partition can appoint a commissioner or other officer to sell property, and the court may approve a private sale if the sale process and price meet the court’s requirements. The court will closely review any proposed private sale for fairness, adequate notice, and a […]
Read article →Minnesota: Negotiating a Buyout Instead of Court Partition
Overview: Private buyout vs. court-ordered partition in Minnesota Short answer: Yes. Co-owners may usually negotiate a private buyout of one owner’s share instead of filing a partition action. Minnesota’s partition statutes (Minn. Stat. ch. 558) provide a court remedy if owners cannot agree, but the law does not force you to go to court before […]
Read article →Force Sale of Inherited Land Co‑owned by Heirs in Minnesota
Disclaimer: This information is educational only and is not legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, consult a Minnesota attorney who practices real estate or probate law. Detailed Answer If you inherited land with other heirs and cannot agree on what to do with the property, Minnesota law allows one co-owner to ask the […]
Read article →How to Arrange a Property Survey for Co‑Owned Land in Minnesota
How to arrange a property survey when you co-own land with a sibling (Minnesota) Detailed Answer When you co-own real property in Minnesota with a sibling and you need a land survey, the process combines practical steps (hiring a licensed surveyor, preparing for fieldwork) and legal considerations (who pays, consent, and what to do if […]
Read article →Who Pays for a Property Survey When Co-Owners Disagree? — Minnesota Guide
Who Pays for a Survey When Co-Owners Disagree? A Plain-Language Minnesota Guide Disclaimer This article explains general information about Minnesota law. It is educational only and is not legal advice. For guidance about your facts, consult a licensed attorney in Minnesota. Detailed Answer When two or more people co-own real estate in Minnesota and they […]
Read article →Minnesota: Can multiple heirs keep the house instead of selling it?
Can multiple heirs keep a family house instead of selling it? Short answer: Yes — but only if the heirs agree and take specific steps. Without an agreement, any co‑owner can ask a court to force a sale through a partition action. This article explains how Minnesota law treats co‑owned inherited homes, the practical options […]
Read article →Minnesota: Partition When a Co-Owner Is Incapacitated and Has a Court‑Appointed Guardian
Frequently Asked Question Detailed Answer — How a partition action proceeds in Minnesota when a co‑owner has been adjudicated incapacitated and has a court‑appointed guardian When one co‑owner of Minnesota real property has been adjudicated incapacitated and a guardian or conservator has been appointed, the partition process follows the regular statutory procedure for dividing property […]
Read article →Minnesota: Starting a Partition Action to Divide or Sell Co-Owned Real Estate
Court Process for Dividing or Selling Co-Owned Property This FAQ explains how a co-owner can ask a Minnesota court to resolve a disagreement among owners of real estate by dividing the property physically or by ordering a sale. It summarizes the usual legal steps, what the court will consider, and practical next steps. This is […]
Read article →How to Buy Out Siblings’ Interests to Keep a Minnesota Home
How to Buy Out Co-Owners to Keep a Minnesota Home — FAQ Short answer: First confirm how title is held. Get a current deed and title report, determine each owner’s share and the home’s market value, negotiate a buyout price, handle mortgage issues (usually by refinancing), prepare and sign a deed transferring ownership, and record […]
Read article →Can I Force a Sale of Shared Property in Minnesota?
How a Co‑Owner Can Force a Sale of Shared Property Under Minnesota Law This FAQ explains how a property co‑owner can force a sale when some family members want to sell but others refuse. It summarizes the legal tools, likely court outcomes, practical steps, and alternatives in Minnesota. Short answer Yes — in Minnesota a […]
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