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The buyer is 4 months behind on payments and two years behind on taxes which is in the contract. The buyer has been always late on every payment since the land contract was signed. The owner has sent the proper letter to start eviction process. Another two weeks he could file court papers for... View More 
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
In a land contract, the seller retains legal title to the property until the buyer fulfills all the terms of the contract, including making all payments and paying property taxes. The buyer cannot legally sell the property without the owner's permission and the legal title.
Given the... View More
The buyer is 4 months behind on payments and two years behind on taxes which is in the contract. The buyer has been always late on every payment since the land contract was signed. The owner has sent the proper letter to start eviction process. Another two weeks he could file court papers for... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2024
In MICHIGAN the buyer on a land contract has what is called 'Equitable Title'.
While that entails certain limitations, that means they *can* LEGALLY sell their interest, and ... here's the kicker ... if they can do so before you complete the forfeiture or foreclosure on the... View More
There's a homeless encampment that has been sitting on a plot of land that has been unclaimed for years and homeless people have used it accordingly. Just recently a new property owner bought the plot of land and is now threatening to trespass criminally the inhabitants of this said plot of... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
This is a complex legal and ethical issue that depends on the specific laws and circumstances in the jurisdiction where the property is located. In general, in the United States:
- The new property owner has the legal right to remove trespassers from their private property. Purchasing the... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
Hire a competent attorney to draft that Deed. There are several different estates that could be created, not just putting her on the Deed. Ask the lawyer for the choices, and if he does not know what to explain, go somewhere else. It should not cost more than $300. If there are any problems,... View More
Mi madre murio, hay una casa que se heredo entre hijos y mi padre. Mi padre se volvio a casar, quiere vender la propiedad pero los hijos no quieren vender. Es posible vender aun si parte de los herederos no estan de acuerdo?
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
De acuerdo con la ley de California, si la casa era propiedad comunitaria de su madre y su padre, entonces su padre heredó automáticamente la parte de su madre al momento de su fallecimiento. Esto significa que su padre ahora es dueño de la totalidad de la casa.
Sin embargo, si su madre... View More
Mi madre murio, hay una casa que se heredo entre hijos y mi padre. Mi padre se volvio a casar, quiere vender la propiedad pero los hijos no quieren vender. Es posible vender aun si parte de los herederos no estan de acuerdo?
answered on Apr 18, 2024
La siguiente respuesta aplica solamente al estado de Derecho en Puerto Rico. Suponiendo que el Registro de la Propiedad refleje que la casa es una propiedad comunitaria de papá y los hijos de mamá fallecida, la respuesta a su pregunta es "NO". Sin embargo, en Puerto Rico, nadie está... View More
If I was deed certain parcels of a property but they also will the entire property to someone else ( I assume this world be including my parcels considering it’s all one address) how does this work? Would I have to create a new address to live on my property or is that even possible?? What does... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
Your question is not clear as to what you are asking, so I am going to guess that you are asking if someone can devise (gift) real estate under a Will, when part of the real estate was subdivided with several parcels being conveyed out during the decedent' lifetime. The Will can effectively... View More
If I was deed certain parcels of a property but they also will the entire property to someone else ( I assume this world be including my parcels considering it’s all one address) how does this work? Would I have to create a new address to live on my property or is that even possible?? What does... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
In short, if you were given certain parts of a property years ago but the owner now willed the entire property to someone else, including your parts, it means you technically own those parts, but someone else owns the whole property. You may need legal help to clarify your rights and possibly... View More
If I was deed certain parcels of a property but they also will the entire property to someone else ( I assume this world be including my parcels considering it’s all one address) how does this work? Would I have to create a new address to live on my property or is that even possible?? What does... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
If the testator did not own the property deeded to you earlier, then it is not part of the testate estate and cannot be devised. Hire a VA attorney to search the title and ensure noone else is claiming your parcels. Also make sure you are paying taxes on your properties, under a correct address... View More
If I was deed certain parcels of a property but they also will the entire property to someone else ( I assume this world be including my parcels considering it’s all one address) how does this work? Would I have to create a new address to live on my property or is that even possible?? What does... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
More facts are required to answer this question accurately. Your question seems to touch on several different legal topics. First of all, a deed is effective upon delivery to the grantee. To preserve his or her rights against the rest of the world, the grantee should record the deed in the... View More
Land is currently in one piece, not designated into 3 as to who gets which piece. My sister is wanting to build a house on her piece that she will get but my mom is refusing to designate who gets what piece because she says it will break the life estate. Will drawing up the tract and designating... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
If Mom and Dad only have life estates, then none of their issue will get anything at their deaths. Hire a GA attorney to search that title and determine ownership. If you stated the facts correctly, then nobody wants to build on the tract. Who is the remainderman?
and a nortization fee equaling to a totall of 130k. Im more curious to make sure its not a scam. The inheritance money wise is over 7 million and 65 acres of land.
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
GF needs to hire an AZ attorney to check out the Probate Action. Then he needs to look into the distribution itself. Notary fees do not justify $130K ever. However it sounds like there are other fees involved, not just for a notary. Also the Deed will need to be drafted correctly to convey... View More
From what I’ve been reading, it sounds like she can have the roots on her side be cut if an arborist says it won’t damage my tree’s health which I would be fine with.
If an arborist determined cutting those roots would end up killing my tree, I would also be okay with the neighbor... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
In California, tree owners have certain responsibilities when it comes to damage caused by their trees, including root damage to neighboring properties. However, the specific circumstances of each case determine the legal outcome.
Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Reasonable... View More
My father passed in 2022, no will as I am the only living child. My aunt owned the house in the ,80s and my dad bought it in the early 90s. She and her ex husbands names were still on the deed. They paid some of the past taxes and now are claiming it is their house.
What can I do?
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your father's passing and the difficult situation with your aunt. Here are some steps you can take to address this issue:
1. Gather documentation: Collect any paperwork that proves your father purchased the house from your aunt in the early 1990s, such as a... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
From a legal standpoint, whether the rent increase is allowed depends on a few factors:
1. Type of lease agreement: If you have a fixed-term lease, the landlord generally cannot raise the rent during the lease term unless the lease agreement specifically allows for rent increases. If you... View More
and he transferred his assets away and shut down his LLC and stopped responding. I asked for case ending sanctions against him. They were granted. I had NO IDEA how to get a default judgment and it took me a few years to figure it out. I finally did though and got a judgment for almost $8,000.... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Based on the complex legal situation you've described, here are a few thoughts and pieces of advice:
1. Jurisdiction: The California small claims court judge is right to question jurisdiction over the defendant, especially if he resides in Nevada and the previous lawsuit was in Nevada.... View More
They attempting to get back from us. The property abuts our land and after about 19 years they are looking to take it back do we have any right here.
answered on Apr 16, 2024
Your argument would be that you used the land as if it were your own, you landscaped it, cut the grass, watered the plants, built on it, parked your car there, etc. (if all that is the case) and if the town assessed it to you, paid taxes on it, and that it should have been obvious to the... View More
Good afternoon: I just purchased a condo (apartment) and the trustee says washers and dryers are not allowed in the building. The trustee just says that the owners voted and except for 2 apartments, the rest of the owners voted against washer and dryer in the building. I am wondering if this... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2024
I have never heard of a condominium prohibiting washers and dryers. I would think you would have explored that in the process of buying the condo. I took a quick look a the statute and I found nothing stating one way or the other the permissibility of washers and dryers. Is it that they are... View More
the notary acknowledgment may incorrect. The “forgoing instrument” is missing and it only says the person is known to me and produced a drivers license. Is that ok and is the document valid. I live in Florida.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In Florida, the notarization of documents, including enhanced life estate deeds, must adhere to certain standards to ensure their validity. A key element of notarization is the acknowledgment section, where the notary confirms the identity of the signer and that the signer understands and willingly... View More
I am a condominium owner and resident at Capitol Heights Condominiums, 480 N. Wall St, A101, 84103.
At a recent owners’ meeting it was revealed that the entire board of the HOA were investors, and that only six of our 18 units were owner-occupied. At our last meeting, the board raised... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
I understand your concern about the high HOA fees and the potential unfairness of the situation for owner-occupiers compared to investor-owners. However, I don't believe this would legally be considered discrimination based on income. Here's my analysis:
1. HOA fees are set by the... View More
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