This form is a simple model for a bill of sale for personal property used in connection with a business enterprise. Adapt to fit your circumstances.
Property Sold Our Without Owners Knowledge In Michigan
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Transfers by a nonoccupant fiduciary in the course of the administration of a decedent's estate, guardianship, conservatorship, or trust. Transfers from 1 co-tenant to 1 or more other co-tenants. Transfers made to a spouse, parent, grandparent, child, or grandchild.
It is technically impossible for anyone to sell your property without your explicit signed consent.
Now that the home is under new ownership, the property owner bears the responsibility of anything related to the property. The only way you could be liable at this point, is if something happens and the buyer can prove that you should have known about it, and therefore were responsible to disclose it to them.
Check with your county clerk. They may have a property fraud alert system for which you can sign up. Also let them know that you have experienced suspicious activity and that you believe someone may be trying to steal your title or other fraudulent activity. Talk to your title company, and mortgage company as well.
If the seller intentionally misrepresents or withholds information on the disclosure statement, you may pursue legal action against them for fraud or misrepresentation.
In most cases, it is not possible for someone to sell your house without your knowledge or consent, especially if they do not have a power of attorney. A power of attorney is a legal document that grants someone the authority to act on your behalf, and it can include the power to sell your property.
If they have a power of attorney from the owner to sell the property that would be fine. If they sell the property without any legal authority to do so this would be fraud.
In Michigan, sellers must disclose any material defects or issues with the property. This includes, but is not limited to: Structural defects. Plumbing and electrical problems.
Selling a property with your name on the deed but not on the mortgage creates added levels of complexity and requires more collaboration with third parties. However, you can achieve a successful sale with careful planning and the right support.
