My aunt is living in a house that I am the sole owner of but she tried to get a quote to get the kitchen remodeled and they ran a deed trace and only my name came up. They wouldn't give her a quote because her name isn't on the deed. Is there any other option like a power of attourney or something else that would be sufficient for things like this or does she have to be on the deed?
2007-01-16 09:41:12 · 3 answers · asked by New2This 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Like I said on my last answer, do not add her name to the deed. All she would have to do is include you in her remodeling plans and you could contact the company and assist in getting the quotes. Michigan is different. You would just have to show a lease that states that the tenant or occupant has the right to receive quotes and repairs, etc.
2007-01-16 09:46:20 · answer #1 · answered by Kim O 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spouses are considered agents for one another and can always get a quote - or even authorize renovation contracts - without the input of the other. Unless you live in an area with some bizarre laws, there's no reason your aunt couldn't get a quote if she lives there; so this was probably a company policy and not a regulatory problem. Since your aunt does not own the house, the company probably figured she's not in a position to sign the contract and decided not to pursue the matter with her. I would think if you wrote a note as the owner of the house authorizing her to get a quote (but not sign a contract) that should be sufficient for the company; if you want to have a witness sign the note and have it notarized, all the better, but again that shouldn't be necessary.
2007-01-16 09:52:09 · answer #2 · answered by dukefenton 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She must have tried to get more than just a "quote" if they did a deed trace - she must have been applying for a loan as well.
What exactly is the situation here? Who would pay for the remodeling? If your aunt says she will pay, do you trust her to do so? I'm not saying she's a bad person, I'm saying that sometimes people just aren't able to meet their financial obligations.
Think long and hard before you give ANYONE power of attorney over any of your assets. It is much better for YOU to be on control.
2007-01-16 09:52:33 · answer #3 · answered by MsNobody 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋