Property inherited during the marriage is excluded from the absolute community of property

By Persida Acosta

Aug 29, 2024 12:01 am

Dear PAO,

Pam and I got married in 2022. We do not have any pre-nuptial agreement regarding our properties. Unfortunately, my mother died in August 2023, and my father died in January 2024. My siblings and I inherited several parcels of land from our parents, which we divided equally since our parents did not leave a last will and testament. I want to purchase a car and need cash to pay the down payment. I plan to sell one of the properties I inherited, but my wife does not agree. Can I sell my inherited land without the consent of my wife?

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