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What Ellie learned next changed everything. Her father had placed the house and surrounding property into a trust in Ellie’s name well before his passing. He had kept it private, believing he still had time to explain and hoping to shield her from conflict. As the documents(controller) were reviewed, the atmosphere shifted. Ellie’s stepmother objected, but the paperwork was clear. She had no legal claim to the home and was given a short window to collect her personal items.
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