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answered on Mar 30, 2020
This can be done. Who is the lien holder? I will be happy to assist you my email address is emt@tarasilaw.com
Hi, I'm in the process of remortgaging my house to put the loan in my name solely and to remove my boyfriend from the deed/title. The mortgage company is telling me that there is a transfer tax for the transfer of the deed, but I'm already on the existing deed; is it true that I also have... View More 
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answered on Mar 24, 2020
There is a realty transfer tax that will be assessed when you record the deed.
In it and dont plan on selling,my brother is the executor of the estate and he has canceled all policies including the homeowners has taken all paperwork for the house including the deed and canceled all the protection plans we had on are home. Is he allowed to do this
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answered on Mar 4, 2020
Who was paying for the insurance? You can go out and purchase you own insurance and protection plans. The home is yours.
All inspections and negotiations completed Just found out yesterday it’s actually a short sale And they want us to signs short sale addendum Is this something that had to be disclosed at time of offer? Is there anything we can do at this point? We have spent over 2000$ in addition to our... View More
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answered on Feb 6, 2020
This is not unusual. No it does not have to be disclosed at the time of offer.
In P.A. The landlords need to wait for the time frame they gave in the “notice to Evict”, before going to the court to File a “Writ of Possession. My understand is Yes. If my hunch is right, can you be so kind as to let me know to case laws to look up, please. Thank you
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answered on Feb 1, 2020
In Pennsylvania, a law called the Landlord/Tenant Act tells landlords what they must do to evict a tenant. The landlord has to follow this law no matter the reason for the eviction. (This law may not apply if you are staying in a rooming or boarding home, or are a guest in a hotel/motel.)
I do not how to proceed. The property is 300+ acres.
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answered on Jan 17, 2020
You could be. I need to know more about the matter. Please feel free to call me 412-391-7135 or email me emt@tarasilaw.com
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answered on Jan 6, 2020
No. The mortgage is recorded and is indexed on the property and the person who took the mortgage on the property.
My insurance dropped me because I “make too much money” but I never received the notice they said the mailed me. So I had gone to the ER and now I have a $4000 hospital bill. The insurance company said I can’t file a complaint because I am no longer insured under them and the insurance... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2020
The hospital should have a process where you can apply to have the bill reduced. Call the hospitals billing department
My grandfather and I have jointly owned a property in PA for the last 2 years. He passed away this year and the
property transferred solely in my name. Is there any kind of tax I will have to pay when I sell it. The land was purchased for 18k and we rebuilt the property form the ground up.... View More
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answered on Dec 27, 2019
You might be subject to a capital gains tax. I would consult with an accountant.
When we got our house the only way for her to get an fha loan was for me to sign a release of marital claims. So I am not on the mortgage or deed. I was told that she still could not kick me out or sell the home because it's an established family home regardless of all that. And i have been... View More
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answered on Dec 26, 2019
you should retain an attorney
30 years ago my mother passed away leaving her property to all of her children. The property is still in my mothers name. Older sibling moved her family in and would not sign anything to place the home in all siblings name. Due to friction, other siblings moved out and older sibling stated she... View More
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answered on Dec 24, 2019
If the deed is still in your mothers name, she will have to go through the courts to transfer title to anyone else. You may also file an action to have the title be placed in the proper intestate heirs names.
I pay the electric. I provided the space heaters. the heater is more than 20 years old.
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answered on Dec 20, 2019
Read you lease. Let your landlord know that you have no heat. Ask you landlord to provide accommodations with heat at his cost.
I slipped and hit my head at my place of employment but was not on the clock. ER diagnosed me with a concussion and whiplash. I've been off work since Nov. 8th. My employer said her insurance doesnt cover missed wages.
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answered on Dec 5, 2019
No but if you make a claim against the property owner you can claim lost wages if they were negligent in maintaining their property.
I have a room in my house that I would like to turn into a parlor for small performances of 10 to 20 people to do an hour long mentalism show. We would like to do the show, offer canned sodas, sealed snacks, and popcorn to the guests. It would be in the form of a small house party and would take... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2019
You need to check your local zoning code.
Investment to buy vehicle and flip for sale within a couple months. As of 12/19, vehicle still not up for sale and repairs completed. Contract via phone, one party in Blairsville, PA the other in Pgh, PA. Need advice on which county for filing.
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answered on Dec 1, 2019
File where the r transaction occurred. Sounds like either place.
any resources to find an affordable estate lawyer in Pittsburgh, PA
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answered on Dec 1, 2019
You will need to hire an attorney. I’m in the Pittsburgh area and am happy to help you. Beth Tarasi emt@tarasilaw.com 412-391-7135
I am the plaintiff in a ejectment action. I served , by certified mail, a subpoena to my tenants ( Defendants ) to produce documents. Their Attorney filed a motion to quash subpoena because I didn’t give them 20 day notice.
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answered on Nov 29, 2019
You need to get a copy of the Pennsylvania rules of civil procedure - they must be followed. You should be sending them request for production. Your attorney should be aware of this.
I paid half of a $21k contract. The contractor did subpar work and did not finish. Curious if he will just appeal the ruling?
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answered on Nov 18, 2019
The contractor has 30 days to appeal from the judgment. He may not appeal and he may not pay the judgment. You can try to execute on the judgment. If he has no money or assets the judgment will be hard to collect.
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answered on Nov 14, 2019
depending on the lot lease - yes
The lot is the only parking area for most consumers/business owners in this area, and has been used by anyone for 50+yrs. The new owner wants to block it off. People also use this as a through way. Is there a grandfather clause for This? How do I find it? How do I prove the grandfather law?
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answered on Nov 2, 2019
Any restriction or reserved use would be cited in the deed
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