I was given a house from a dear friend who passed X-mas morning 2015. Now the in-law (male) wants the property, as the 3 adults minus one does not. I was DPOA, but since his passing this in invalid. I was his companion, care giver by nature, and now I am in charge of this last task. I want the house, it is in 2nd mortgage and the taxes and house payment are due. I want to know where I stand? Do I have to sell it? Do I have to share it with them, though they were all disinherited?
You say that you were given the house. How? In a Will? Trust? Life Estate Deed conveyance? You also mention that there is a 2nd mortgage and back taxes. Are you setting yourself up for financial problems by accepting ownership of the property? A careful look at the encumbrances (debts) on the real estate is required, before you make a decision about what to do next.
If the property is encumbered by substantial debt, it may not be worth it for other people to contest your ownership, if you do have claim for ownership. But you won’t know where you stand until you get professional legal advice.
You say he gave you the house, but you don't say HOW he gave you the house.
A written promise? A quitclaim? An addendum to his Will? He just let you move in with no paperwork? You may need a lawyer to sort this out.