Debts. He paid him 100,000 not to lose his house. The lawyer ( trusty) and his wife came in to short sell my brothers and his families house. He thought the case was closed. He is now suing him for the third time and his LLC which is my mothers land and property. This is occurring in the Eastern... Read more »

answered on May 22, 2022
It depends on the situation. There are many reasons why a Trustee or their counsel would have to sue someone in a bankruptcy case. I would need more specific information to be able to form any sort of answer to this question.
In 2014/2015 I took out an auto loan through my credit union, paid off loan by 2018, and filed Ch.7 in 2020. I had a credit card through the same credit union with about $1000 balance when the Ch.7 was discharged. I was never advised by the attorney, court, or credit union of the... Read more »

answered on May 13, 2022
Since the car was paid off in 2018 the release should have been given to you, regardless of any balance on the credit card, at that time. Said another way, the event that gave rise to the lien release happened before the bankruptcy case was filed. The cross collateralization clause cannot affect... Read more »
Get 0.00$ but you have still been paying that every month where does that money go it was calculated up when you first start

answered on Mar 22, 2022
First, your creditors receive payments in a Chapter 13 case as distributed by the Chapter 13 Trustee in your case. Second, the creditors who have been listed on the bankruptcy schedules are not always the ones who get paid in a Chapter 13 case. The creditors must file a proof of claim to be... Read more »
The home is located in Baltimore, MD but I reside in SC. Right after her death I did call the probate courts in MD where I was told I didn’t need to open an estate and that’s when the mortgage company named me Successor. All the correspondence is addressed to the estate of my mom C/O myself. I... Read more »

answered on Mar 16, 2022
This question is one of title to the property. It does not matter if the mortgage company names you as a successor in interest for the property. The title deed of the property is what controls this situation. The title company handling the settlement should be able to tell you whether or not you... Read more »
We're seperated

answered on Mar 14, 2022
Simple answer, no. She is on the title to the property she has to sign the deed transferring the property to the new owner.
Good luck in your future endeavors.
Want to avoid real estate agents, trying to keep costs down

answered on Jan 26, 2022
Yes, you can purchase a condo for cash in Ocean City without a realtor but you would need someone to prepare a contract for you for the purchase of the condo. It is likely that you may be able to find an attorney who could prepare the contract for you since you are the purchaser of this... Read more »
The Settlement Company at closing for an investment property erroneously recorded the owner's residential mailing address with the Department of Assessments and Taxation. All correspondence mailed to the owner was undeliverable and returned to the sender with no forwarding. Notices of... Read more »

answered on Dec 10, 2021
You may have a claim that is actionable. The problem, however, is that you may not be able to prove your case without investing substantially more than you lost for attorneys fees, court costs, discovery costs, and associated other costs.
I suggest going to the settlement company directly... Read more »
Newly engaged and want to add fiance to bank account(s) and or credit cards of mine for access. Trust is complete from me to her...
She has a $120k debt from car accident (torn artery/needed resuscitation) 7 years back. Those bills stopped and havent been seen in longgggg time... thry dont... Read more »

answered on Dec 6, 2021
The simple answer with this fact pattern is that you have liability for your cash in a bank account as it will be presumed that she owns half of the money prior to your marriage. This fact pattern is only presumed if the creditor comes after your jointly owned account.
Adding your fiance... Read more »
I Have A Wrongful Detainer Case I Filed A Motion - - Motion Of Reconsideration The Motion Says Not Ruled On Judgment In Favor Of Plaintiff The Motion Of Reconsideration Say No Legal Bases Gavin For The Motion Of Reconsideration .... Of Both Motions I Put (MD Cts & Jud Pro Code § 5-103 (2019)... Read more »

answered on Nov 17, 2021
While you may have cited the correct code section dealing with reconsideration motions, the Judge does not have to find for you just because of that code section cite. You must provide a legal basis with additional facts to show the judge that the initial ruling was wrong.
Marryland Central collection unit is after me for a car that I had but was sold off, as the engine got damaged but I didn't return the title/plates. Now they are asking for tax arrears

answered on Nov 8, 2021
Typically, the Central Collections unit will set up a payment arrangement with you. Additionally, they can be paid over the course of 5 years through a Chapter 13 bankruptcy case. You should contact an attorney to guide you through this process.
I am needing a clean start

answered on Oct 26, 2021
I suggest going to the Bankruptcy Court's Debtor Assistance Project. An attorney can help you fill out the forms and provide general assistance. The website for this project is:
https://www.mdb.uscourts.gov/programs-services/debtor-assistance-project
Good luck in the future.

answered on Oct 25, 2021
It depends. What type of school debt are you talking about? Is this a private school for children? Or, private loans for undergraduate or graduate schools? Or, loans for a college education? The type of debt will depend on whether it is time-barred or not.
You should contact an attorney to... Read more »
But now is going to be auctioned In the upcoming months can I stop it and pay for it

answered on Oct 7, 2021
You will not be able to stop the foreclosure sale unless you are a title owner of the property. You can, however, buy the property at the auction sale.
Good luck to you.
1 divorce way way back 24 yrs ago..a 13 medical cause.not 5.how do I fix.im alone 64 senior has destroyed my credit.NOT RIGHT INFO.WHAT DO I DO

answered on Oct 6, 2021
Typically, after a bankruptcy case you need to take affirmative action to build your credit. There are many ways to rebuild your credit such as a secured credit card, taking a higher interest car loan, or having a co-signer with you on a loan.
Good luck to you.
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