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It's unclear how the heir of one of the owners would get an individual title deed for his share of the land.
The two title deed holders need to come to an agreement about the sale of the house.
If you go into debt review, you will be protected by Section 88 while the debt review takes place.
After the death of the landlady, ownership reverts to the original owners but the PIE Act still applies.
If the owner nominates an heir in their will, that person will become the legal owner of the house.
It will be cheaper if the house is inherited by the heir through a will.
If a buyer breaches the sale agreement, the seller can take them to court.
No, but he has inherited a child's share, just like you and your sister.
If they have valid claim to the house, you can ask a mediator to help your family come to an agreement.
Yes. You can go into Debt Review and possibly work out a new repayment plan.