Only way to accomplish that is to pay your relative way below what property is worth, or do all the construction work yourself and steal the materials!

The Quitclaim would not be worth the paper it's printed on - in an ownership sense - since nothing transferred. it is the same thing that you want to record the Quitclaim from your relative - it doesn't mean much - and nobody will fight for clean title for you - it is not a Warranty Deed - only that your relative gave up his interest - you do with the property as you wish, but they will not defend the title on your behalf..Title companies that a future buyer will contact for a title policy will then see your Quitclaim filed on the property - from who?

If your relative is not wealthy they should check into Land of Lincoln or maybe it is Lincoln land law firm.

Your relative is likely conflating the two issues.I've not heard the term "Marriage State".

echo the advice to use an attorney on this one.... too much at stake.. and if your relating these accurately you have equity that if the owner of the DEED wants you out he probably has to do a full blown foreclosure and prove your in default.

If it’s local, ask your relatives to go by and leave a note.

Your relative is familiar with the area so she knows its goimg to he alot added onto your already full plate.

Call all your relatives for IRA cash, that you'd offer to pay them 8% interest, by moving to a self directed IRA custodian (google).

That being said, if you're still willing to rent to your relative, it would probably be a good idea to make sure they sign a month to month leasing agreement.

If through a broker you will see paperwork which establishes your relationship with the broker and then paperwork which establishes your relation with the lender.