Medicaid allows for this, and that's great news because I have health issues and I only have a part-time job. But do I become owner of the house? And if not, who helps pay for the house's upkeep and the taxes? I'm just wondering if this is going to become more of a burden on me than a blessing because I can't afford a $4,000 annual tax bill. Also, mom didn't make timely repairs on the house so there's tons of work that needs to be done. Am I getting myself more into a money pit than anything else?
You might start by calling the assessors office in your county and ask if you are entitled to any discount on the taxes.