Can a surviving spouse keep me off property with my stuff on it? | NC

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Q: Can a surviving spouse keep me off the property if my own vehicles and toolbox are still there? A: Usually, yes — at least from the home itself — until the estate process or a court says otherwise. A surviving spouse who is still in possession of the residence can often control who enters. But that does not mean the spouse automatically owns your vehicles, toolbox, or other property just…