Jackman v. Nance

OPINION

Respondent and debtor Fuz Nance, dba Winnemucca Rent-all, conducted an equipment rental business from a 6,380 square foot building. Over several years, Nance constructed a modest residence inside the building while continuously residing in the building. Nance homesteaded the entire building in which he resided and later filed bankruptcy. lone Jackman, the appellant and trustee in bankruptcy for the estate of Fuz Nance, dba Winnemucca Rent-all, objected to Nance’s homestead claim. After a hearing, the bankruptcy court certified the pertinent question regarding the status of Nevada…