When Daniel and his sister purchased a home together several years ago, it was meant to be a shared investment — a comfortable place for both to live and build equity. Over time, life took different turns. His sister married, moved out, and stopped contributing to the mortgage, leaving Daniel and his growing family solely responsible for the payments and upkeep.
Years later, she demanded to sell the property and force a sale that would have displaced Daniel’s family from the home they had lived in and maintained for years.
Daniel wanted to do the right thing — but he also wanted to protect his home, his family, and the financial stability he had worked hard to maintain. The situation quickly became emotional and complex, combining real estate law, family dynamics, and financial fairness.
When the relationship deteriorated and his sister threatened legal action to force a sale, Daniel turned to the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC for help in finding a practical and fair resolution without resorting to costly litigation.
After carefully reviewing the title, mortgage history, and financial contributions from both parties, our firm developed a strategy that focused on protecting Daniel’s equity while ensuring his sister received a fair share of her ownership interest.
Our team:
Conducted a detailed review of ownership and payment records
Negotiated directly with opposing counsel to prevent the filing of a partition lawsuit
Presented clear documentation showing Daniel’s sole contributions to the mortgage and property expenses after his sister moved out
Structured a settlement agreement that balanced fairness with finality
Arranged a buyout agreement that allowed Daniel to keep his home and compensate his sister for her share without forcing a public sale
Throughout the process, we emphasized open communication and creative negotiation, keeping emotions contained while focusing on practical solutions.
The final settlement allowed Daniel to:
Keep full ownership of his home
Recover compensation for missed mortgage payments he had covered alone
Buy out his sister’s share at a fair, agreed-upon price
By avoiding court proceedings, both parties saved significant time, money, and stress. Daniel and his family were able to move forward without the uncertainty of litigation or the pain of losing their home.
“I was terrified I might lose the house my family built our life in. Theresa’s team understood what was at stake — they handled the negotiations quickly, professionally, and compassionately. I got to keep my home and finally put this conflict behind me.”
— Daniel, Homeowner & Satisfied Client
Disputes over jointly owned property — especially among family members — can be stressful and deeply personal. Whether you co-purchased a home with a relative, inherited property, or are managing a buyout after divorce or separation, our experienced attorneys can help you navigate the legal and emotional challenges.
Our firm specializes in:
Co-ownership disputes & partition avoidance
Title corrections and deed transfers
Equitable buyout negotiations
Property transfers and settlements
If you’re in a property dispute or facing ownership challenges with a co-owner or relative, don’t wait until things escalate. We can help you protect your rights, your investment, and your peace of mind — quickly and efficiently.
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