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He died recently. How should the sale of the property be handled? (I am the executor of the spouse that died recently)

answered on Oct 29, 2019
The house should be sold through Sally’s estate.
My question is if they buy out my property to set up a drill pad, should I try to negotiate for not only the replacement cost of the buildings, but the lost income of the property? The lots are only 100' wide, so any drilling will affect multiple plots. There are 5 rentals beside my home plus... View More

answered on Sep 28, 2019
Yes you need to negotiate to get everything you will lose. I negotiate these purchases all the time.

answered on Sep 19, 2019
Was the 3rd party a tennant? The money should go to the estate of the 3rd party.
We filed a suit when payments stopped, defendant showed up to magistrate office and we were told to talk things out since he openly said he still owed the balance (around $3500). Promised to pick up on payments but we haven’t heard from him again. Tried contacting buyer on several occasions. We... View More

answered on Sep 16, 2019
Go to the magistrate again. Get a judgment and ask for the vehicle back.
The plans by Civil Engineer and Architect have not been approved by the city as they do not meet codes. I have paid them in full and they are not making any attempts to rectify the issue. I would like to get back the fees I have paid and compensation for my wasted time. What practice area lawyer... View More

answered on Sep 10, 2019
A trial attorney or litigator.
I was elected to the HOA Exec Board of a condo apartment building a year ago. In that time, other residents/owners in the building have requested to attend Board meetings, but other members of the Exec Board are refusing them admittance. Since they pay HOA fees and assessments when billed, it... View More

answered on Sep 8, 2019
You need to review the bylaws of the HOA. They should say something about the meetings and who can attend.
I'm trying to refinance my home bcuz of late taxes

answered on Aug 27, 2019
go to you local court house and do a search, call your school district, local municipality and County and ask them if taxes are owed on your property.
We put the house in his name for tax reasons. The plan was to add my name to the deed. We broke up and now he has the house. Is there anything I can do?

answered on Aug 24, 2019
You are going to need to sue him.
Put together all the documents that show you paid for the home.
we own a lot behind our house our neighbor wants to buy a portion of it, we agreed on a price but I want to back out can I back out without a legal problem. we do not have a written agreement

answered on Aug 23, 2019
no but you risk them bringing a lawsuit against you. Land sale contracts Should be in writing.
Property is shifted and water coming through the basement. Seller denied these on seller disclosure.what can the buyer? House was sold as- is

answered on Aug 19, 2019
The house was sold as is - you can always try to bring a lawsuit but once the transaction is closed you’ll have a hard time trying to rescind the sale or get damages. It was sold as is for a reason.
Quit Claim Deed with Ex Husband 2011. I have not lived there since 2006. Ex in Jail and will not be getting out anytime soon. House needs condemned is falling down and contaminated with meth. The Township (Millcreek) Erie, PA has contacted me said i could be held financially responsible for some... View More

answered on Aug 19, 2019
Yes you can be held responsible.
I’m a Realtor. I want to start giving away free UHaul rentals for buyers/sellers. I want to use this to advertise on Social media. Do I need to disclose certain things or can I simply put “If you buy or sell with me you get a free uhaul rental”. I know there are some guidelines for giveaways... View More

answered on Aug 16, 2019
You need to talk to UHaul Cotporate first and explain this to them and get their ok.
So my neighbor has been causing me problems for some time now, telling the rest of my neighborhood and my small town that I cook meth and I am a drug addict and how I steal from every where, I believe she has gotten me evicted from my apartment although my landlord is trying to say its for non... View More

answered on Aug 14, 2019
You need to report uyour licesne plate stolen and you need to obtain a license plate.
She reveals she left a few days ago and claims harassment from a third party phone call by a relative of mine. Which was news to me and sounded bad to be honest . The judge decides she doesn’t need to pay us back anything . But now that she has left there are unpaid ullity bills,the house is a... View More

answered on Aug 14, 2019
I would file the appeal. Also report her.
The land was willed to her children who are not paying the land is still in my grandmothers name

answered on Aug 12, 2019
No. If you are not one of her children you do not have any rights.
The problem is that the person who is leaving is the one that provided the security deposit. And I don't believe that the remaining person can afford the rent by themself. The lease expires at the end of the year. Who do I hold responsible? Who's security deposit am I holding?

answered on Aug 9, 2019
What does your lease state? If they both signed the lease, they are both responsible.

answered on Aug 7, 2019
In Pennsylvania you do not need a renters license.
She refused to leave

answered on Aug 6, 2019
Send them an eviction notice. Once they have received the eviction notice you can file a complaint for possession and rent at your local magistrate.
1.1 acres of land in Masthope. Taxes and dues will be paid up to date, in full by me.

answered on Aug 6, 2019
Contact an attorney in Pike County. He can assist you in preparing a deed to transfer the property.
There was nothing disclosed by seller. I had 2 inspections.
Cost of repair is 15,000, not 1500.

answered on Aug 6, 2019
There could be recourse however it may cost you more than $1500 to get your recourse.
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