I have purchased 2 autos from a former employer. I have reciept to show to that effect, but this is the problem- my boss, the owner passed away, the family and us past & present employes are still grief stricken; it's been about 2 months now; any way- is there any way to obtain a title for these autos, without having the family the burden of tring to find them. They have been looking, to no avail, and they really don't need to be burdened with this. Are there papers I can get from court house, affidavits, etc. Any info recieved is greatly appreciated. Thank You. Oh, this is in the state of Texas
2006-08-31 17:36:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Insurance & Registration
You should have transferred titles at the time of purchase. No ,matter what you do now the family will need to be involved. Who ever is in charge of the estate will need to go with you to the notary with proof of death and power of attny. or ownership entitling them to dispose of his property. He would have been required to go with you to the notary for his protection as well as yours. if I can get title to your property without your being there can I keep it? It cuts down on theft. Good luck, things are a lot harder now.
2006-08-31 17:48:37 · answer #1 · answered by William R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
William and John are dead nutz correct. Never, ever, every buy cars/houses without clear title. How do you know that your boss owned those cars?
I would check w/ a lawyer but, I'm wondering:
Find the title
Have the "responsible" one in the family to 'sign' for his dad
Run like lightning over to DMV and process the transfer.
Of course it takes just one broke/greedy family member to cause you a lot of headaches with this "plan". Good luck.
2006-09-01 07:34:00 · answer #2 · answered by KrautRocket 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Boy did you buy a car! Attorneys, Wills and Probate. If a family member wants one of those cars they can just take it from you. You need to arm yourself with a witness sworn affidavit "someone who saw the transaction" and bill of sale with the car vin# date and price of property and canceled checks. Your reluctance to dive right in might bite you in the rear. Once the family start pulling at the flesh like buzzards on a meat wagon it is to late! They will turn and look at your car "old dads car"and "flock you" for more scraps. You all watch out now!
2006-09-01 07:26:42 · answer #3 · answered by John Paul 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try writing a letter to the motor vehicle department in Texas explaining what is happening and I am sure this would be the right way to go..
2006-09-01 04:13:08 · answer #4 · answered by Angus. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can apply for a duplicate title at the DMV. Might have to show a letter of adminstration for the estate to get it though, since he is deceased.
2006-09-01 13:26:41 · answer #5 · answered by Chris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually you can call the dept of motor vehicles and file for lost title or call the court house and ask them your options.
2006-09-01 00:43:21 · answer #6 · answered by Tessa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋