Different states have different laws. How she deeded the house to you and in what state makes a difference.
A "Life Estate Deed", which you might have used, passes the ownership at death, but it sounds like you sold it before that date.
We try to answer all your questions, but this is one that you need to ask a local real estate attorney about.
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