april
01-28-2012, 08:47 PM
I have been half owner of a property in Mallorca for just over 28 years. I was made a gift of this half by the previous owner, but forgot about it when we split up. His children have recently contacted me, after the death of their surviving parent, and made an offer to buy me out. Since I have not paid my half of the service charges in these 28 years, their offer reflects this. Since I have had no use of this property in the 28 years, I believe the offer is too low. They advised me that should there be a dispute over the property, under Spanish Law it can be put up for auction, and I would end up with about the same amount anyway. I know that they would prefer to keep the property between them ideally, so feel that I am in a position to ask for what a consider a fairer offer.
At the moment, I would find it hard to pay legal fees up front, unless I really thought it was worth it, and would prefer to reach an amicable agreement with the children, but I have no idea about Spanish Property Law, and am finding it hard to contact a solicitor in my area who I can speak to on the subject.
Any thoughts or advice would be much appreciated.
At the moment, I would find it hard to pay legal fees up front, unless I really thought it was worth it, and would prefer to reach an amicable agreement with the children, but I have no idea about Spanish Property Law, and am finding it hard to contact a solicitor in my area who I can speak to on the subject.
Any thoughts or advice would be much appreciated.