Trying to fill out an Executors Deed. I have one executor but about 6 heirs/grantees. Do I just list each heir and their percentage and say individually? For example: John Doe (20%) individually, John Doe Jr. (20%) individually, etc. Should percentages not be included?
answered on Jan 23, 2023
An Executor's Deed or Administrator's Deed is generally utilized when the Representative is "selling" real estate to a third party.
On the other hand, when a representative is merely releasing the estate's interest in the property and confirming title in the heirs... View More
My stepmother gave me a property after my dad's death and now she is taking me to eviction court and the papers say possession only.
answered on Dec 20, 2022
I'm unsure of what you mean when you say she "gave" you the property. Did you receive a Deed to the property? I'm guessing not. If you were given a deed, then she would not be able to simply evict you.
Was the home held by your stepmother and father as joint tenants... View More
My boyfriend is buying a home we will live in together. The loan is VA so I can't be on the title until we are married, but I don't want to invest money into renovations if I have no legal rights to it. Is there any sort of contract we can create and sign that promises to pay me back a... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2022
I always counsel boyfriend/girlfriend client situations to ask themselves what documentation would they want if the other person were not your boyfriend/girlfriend. It is a mistake to think that the status of boyfriend/girlfriend has anything to do with the commercial arrangement of loaning money.... View More
Fiduciary breach of law and trust and bribery
answered on Apr 16, 2024
I understand that you are seeking legal representation for a case involving allegations of fraud and construction-related issues, as well as potential fiduciary breach of trust and bribery. Given the seriousness of these matters, it is crucial to consult with a qualified attorney who specializes in... View More
He wants half or he won't sign for me to sell. I moved back to Illinois and so did he 4 hrs away
answered on Apr 9, 2024
You will need a MI attorney to file a Partition Action. Plead that you paid for it in full. You might get all your purchase money back before the remainder is split between the two owners.
I have court date
answered on Jan 15, 2024
You will need an IL attorney to represent you. Time is limited or a default will occur.
assessments). My association recently informed me that they miscalculated my monthly association dues for the past three years and is requesting that I pay the difference by the end of this month. Am I legally required to pay the difference caused by the association's past miscalculation?
answered on Dec 18, 2023
If you own a condominium, then your title is subject to the Master Deed and all the Restrictions. Your title is coexistent with others, and all are subject to numerous covenants that run with the property.
Bank canceled submission due to fraud. Can I attempt to collect damages from this person trying to use my credit standing for their benefit?
answered on Dec 11, 2023
You can sue for a property tort, fraud, identity fraud , etc., but collecting a judgment will be difficult. Consult with an IL attorney, but research everything available about your defendant first.
My mother passed and had a quick claim deed left for my brother and I. It states 1/2 of her interest was for me and the other 1/2 of her interest was for my brother. He has now moved out of state and feels does not have to continue to help on utilities since he is not living here. We are joint... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2023
If enough equity, you might sue for a Partition Sale.
answered on Aug 28, 2023
Hire a competent IL attorney to search your title and determine ownership.
i owe to CarleBromenn hospital 28000, i had not insurance on those days (i get into emergency room due to a kidney stone), my insurance were activated like a week after that and i have no way to pay 28000, thanks
answered on Jul 17, 2023
You might look into filing a bankruptcy, depending on your financial situation.
My dad gave me $215,000 to buy a house as a gift. The mortgage broker prepared a gift letter for me (19) to purchase this house in my sole name. I dislike my dad and he is toxic to my mental health. Down the road, I would like to kick him out of my house, since my name is on the mortgage and... View More
answered on Jul 10, 2023
You're going to need more than free advice on the internet. Consult with a local real estate attorney ASAP.
This is a single family home in the midwest US (MI, WI, IL, IN) and we plan to simply divide up the days each owner can use the property. No leasing/renting will be allowed.
answered on Jun 21, 2023
Sure - there are a few ways to go about doing this. For instance, you can create an LLC to own the property and then set forth the members rights and responsibilities in an operating agreement.
The lien is placed by the City of Chicago due to unpaid parking tickets. I paid all of them and I am in position of receipts.
answered on May 25, 2023
If the City has recorded a lien against the property in the Cook County Recorder's Office then you will need a release of lien from the City to have it removed.
sorry its a hotel should have been clear and guest was injured while living on property and bed bugs was the cause instead if him doing the right thing he illegal eavesdropped acts of retaliation , harassed hacked computer slowing her prep dow for case which caused her to not make it to court. He... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2023
No. A lawyer has a duty to his client (typically the seller or the buyer of the property). He has no duty to the property itself and no duty to employees who work on the property.
answered on Feb 1, 2023
I don't mean to sound rude, but you've made a statement rather than asking a question. Do you have a question? You'll want to use somewhat correct terminology. A "land patent" typically refers to the initial grant of a piece of land by the government to an individual or... View More
Soneone is paying 5.000 a yr they're signing marylou phebus she is deceased
answered on Dec 23, 2022
sounds like you should retain an attorney privately, since there could be some serious criminal activity going on
Fix the default well she already has put a for sale sign in the yard and has the house on market place for sale for 20,000 and I was only paying 10,000 also have already paid 9,000 so only owe 1,000. What can I do?
answered on Oct 14, 2022
Well, Illinois law deals specifically with Installment Contracts in the Installment Sales Contract Act, 765 ILCS 67/1 et seq.
Under that Act, a purchaser who is in default has a 90-day period to cure the default before a seller can bring any sort of action against you. Further, under the... View More
answered on Jul 19, 2022
Are you referring to surplus funds that have been deposited with the Circuit Clerk after a foreclosure sale?
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I'm selling a house. I had received multiple offers on the same day. I had 1 come in slightly over asking and another buyer come in a-lot higher over asking. I choose the higher of the 2. The bank then did a BPO assessment. The appraiser waited till the last day of the contingency for the... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2022
Are you represented by an attorney in this transaction? If so, your attorney would be in the best position to answer your questions. If you are not, you absolutely should be. Many of us represent sellers on a flat fee that is only a few hundred dollars. As an attorney for the seller, we... View More
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