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The last payment check I mailed was returned to me as undeliverable. That never happened before. I have since learned that the original owner died 5 years ago. I was not informed, and I assume his heirs have been depositing my checks. I have tried, but have been unable to contact the heirs so... View More 
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answered on May 20, 2024
How did you "buy" this home? Typically, title transfers on the day of closing and then you pay monthly payments on a mortgage where your home is treated as collateral for the mortgage. But you own your home from the very beginning. Unless this was a lease contract with option to buy, then... View More
answered on May 19, 2024
I recommend that everyone who buys or sells real estate in Florida have a lawyer represent them in the transaction. There is no set fee because every lawyer is different.
My partner and I broke up; she is staying in the property for now, and I am moving out. I want to go get my belongings from the townhouse, and she is not letting me access them when I want, only if she is there. What are my rights? IN hyplouxo Florida
XYZ wants me to sign quitclaim, but provides no guarantee they will pay abc to remove me. Not sure what to do to get out of this house / mortgage (abc)
answered on May 9, 2024
You may lose your homestead exemption. Hire an attorney to review your situation and advise you on the best course of action.
However, her boyfriend lives with her and has made his intentions for the house known to me. Although he pays her rent every month, he does so in cash so no trace exists. What am I looking at here in the future? Will he have a claim to the house because he lives there?
answered on May 4, 2024
Since they are not married and he pays monthly rent to your Mom to rent part of the house as a tenant, it sounds like he is a month to month renter, since he is not married he has no rights, since he is not on the deed he has no rights. The house should pass to you via the deed (this needs to be... View More
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answered on May 3, 2024
Absolutely not if residential. That’s calls self help eviction and very frowned upon. Speak to a lawyer to assist you
How do I request a hearing with the Judge to show that Plaintiff (my mom), who was granted final judgment. Plaintiff utillized coercion to keep me quiet. She sent text messages to my sister saying if I dont sign over the deed she will make it her job, day in and day out to have my son taken from... View More
answered on May 2, 2024
This is not a do-it-yourself project. Your description of how this is being handled calls into question your ability to protect your home from being foreclosed. Consult with a local foreclosure defense attorney as soon as possible.
I rented this property from a lady and I'm living there for a week and somebody knocks on the door and it's a guy telling me that he works for the actual owner and that I've been scammed and when I looked online it currently says that the lady who rented me the house is on the... View More
I am writing to seek your expert legal opinion and guidance regarding a complex situation I am currently facing. Here is a summary of the circumstances:
- Two years ago, I purchased a home and followed all the necessary procedures, including hiring a title company.
- It has come to... View More
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answered on Apr 30, 2024
There is no way anyone can sift through this on this platform and provide legal guidance.
Please note that a lawyer at the title company is not your lawyer, so that s/he does not represent you and does not have your best interest in mind. Certainly, you must retain your own lawyer to... View More
We inherited the property so we sold our house thinking it just needed a roof but after our house sold and we entered it was unpalatable so we have to replace it so we have somewhere to live but aren't sure of the steps for permits. We're in Pasco County Florida, not Orlando
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answered on May 1, 2024
Thank you for your military service.
As a 100% disabled veteran, you may be eligible for certain benefits and exemptions when it comes to permits and fees for replacing your trailer in Pasco County, Florida. However, you will still need to follow the necessary steps to obtain the required... View More
none at this time.
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answered on Apr 29, 2024
I'm sorry for your loss. The process for transferring property after the owner has passed away depends on a few factors. Here is some general information, but you may need to consult with a probate attorney for guidance on your specific situation.
First, it depends on how the property... View More
is it a good thing that they are treating this as a writ of certiorari and that i dont have to show cause? i need an attorney that can help me asap case 2022-000311-ca-01 11 circuit
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Eric Rioja,
Appellant(s),
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL
OF FLORIDA
THIRD DISTRICT
February 28, 2024
3D2023-1446
Trial Court Case No. 22-311
V.
Jadeh Investments, Inc.,
Appellee(s).
Upon consideration of the... View More
I am a 70 year old woman with only social security income.My partner of 6 years passed away.I put my shoulder replacement surgery off to get him back on his feet,he asked me to.He died in a hospice situation.The children get the house and in the will it states that I have 3 months to vacate.What... View More
No Fruit Trees - HOA?
Just notice in the HOA handbook (which no one gave us but is listed in facebook - because everyone uses that right!!!) -No fruit bearing trees are permitted.
However, it doesn't say whether it's a backyard rule or not. In addition, I have a FENCED in... View More
answered on Apr 21, 2024
Of your HOA says no fruit trees, it's no fruit trees. You signed up when you bought your house for the HOA rules in place then, and as changed. You may not like it, you may think it's a stupid rule, but it's a rule. Courts will not overturn an HOA rule as long as the rule is not... View More
bullying his way to my home to see our mother. I have offered to bring her to meet him to take her with him, but he and his wife insist on violating my wishes and coming to the home just to challenge me. I called the police recently on them when they arrived. 1 of the police officers said he could... View More
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