Matt Rife Attempts to Trademark ‘Conjuring House’: Key Insights
In a high-profile legal battle, “Conjuring House” owner Jacqueline Nuñez faces a lawsuit concerning her mental capacity to sell the property. A decision on the sale has been postponed after Judge Joseph J. McBurney scheduled another hearing for January 7.
Background of the Conjuring House Sale
The home, which inspired the 2013 horror film “The Conjuring,” was under negotiation for sale to Jason Hawes, a star of “Ghost Hunters.” The agreed purchase price was set at $1.3 million, just before a scheduled foreclosure auction. However, complications arose when a mystery buyer purchased the property’s mortgage shortly before the auction.
- Sale was initially planned for October 30, 2023.
- Postponed due to a lawsuit filed on December 5.
- Hawes has been raising funds via a GoFundMe campaign for the purchase.
Legal Complications
Nuñez’s sister, Elizabeth Greenhalgh, filed the lawsuit questioning whether Nuñez was fit to sell. This legal action has delayed the negotiation proceedings significantly. In a surprising twist, claims arose that YouTuber Joshua Yozura offered Nuñez $4 million to withdraw her agreement with Hawes.
Both Yozura and comedian Matt Rife, along with YouTuber Elton Castee, have expressed interest in the Conjuring House. However, Nuñez has previously indicated her unwillingness to sell to them.
Trademark Aspirations for the ‘Conjuring House’
Simultaneously, a company formed by Elton Castee has moved to trademark the name “Conjuring House.” This application was made shortly after Castee’s company bought the mortgage on the property.
- Trademark filed to protect the phrase “Conjuring House.”
- Application highlights plans for “guided ghost tours and a museum of the occult.”
- Castee’s company, Haunted Homes LLC, aims to conduct historical exhibitions.
Timeline of Events
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| October 8, 2023 | Mystery buyer acquires the mortgage on the Conjuring House. |
| October 30, 2023 | Scheduled sale of the house to Jason Hawes. |
| December 5, 2023 | Lawsuit filed, postponing the sale. |
| December 15, 2023 | Hearing held, further proceedings scheduled for January 7. |
| Ongoing | Trademark application by Haunted Homes LLC. |
The intricate situation surrounding the Conjuring House highlights the intersection of real estate, entertainment, and paranormal interest, making it a focal point in both legal and cultural discussions.
