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I bought a piece of property with another individual and he sold it without my knowledge.

I bought a piece of property with another individual and he sold it without my knowledge.

Q: Can you buy a property on behalf of someone else?

Yes, you can buy property on behalf of someone else, but this usually requires a legal agreement or power of attorney that authorizes you to act on their behalf. The property deed should clearly indicate the actual owner to avoid future disputes regarding ownership.

Q: Can someone put your name on a deed without your permission?

No, someone cannot legally add your name to a property deed without your permission. Doing so could be considered fraud. If your name is added without your consent, you may have grounds to challenge the deed in court and seek legal remedies.

Q: What are my rights if my name is not on a deed?

If your name is not on a deed, you generally do not have legal ownership rights to the property. However, if you contributed to the purchase or maintenance of the property, you may have a claim for equitable ownership. Consulting with an attorney can help clarify your rights based on your specific situation.

Full question:

I bought a piece of property with another individual we have a notarized paper that we bought it from a gentleman the other party has went and sold the property without my permission is that legal

Category: Misc
Date: 04/07/2025
State: Texas

Answer:

When you say property we are not sure if you mean real or personal property. If real property there would be a deed. So we assume personal property. If personal property and it was titled as John Doe AND Mary Doe it would require both signatures to sell. If OR was used it may only require one even though in most cases both would sign.

You have a claim against the seller who was your co-owner and may be able to have the sale rescinded but it may cost more than it's worth unless you can handle it small claims court.

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FAQs

Does a paper have to be notarized to be legal?

Notarization is not always required for a document to be legal, but it can add an extra layer of authenticity. Certain documents, like wills or real estate deeds, often require notarization to be enforceable. However, many agreements can be legally binding without a notary, as long as they meet the necessary elements of a contract, such as mutual consent and consideration.