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My brother lives in the house. I want him and my sister to be co-owners . How do I get out of this situation the simplest way possible. Am willing to sell it to my sister for $1.00 or whatever is required.
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answered on Oct 3, 2022
You need to talk to an attorney ASAP. Believe it or not, you may be in a really good situation since you all currently agree. Once, everyone disagrees it becomes a nightmare.
If you want off the property, you may be able to sell or gift your interest to them. Either way, you want a... View More 
My roommate is unemployed so between her and I only I can afford the apartment on my own. It's a joint lease. If I leave my landlord will sublease the whole apartment. If she leaves our credit is fine but she refuses to sublease her room. I'm paying the bills and my only way out is if I... View More
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answered on Oct 3, 2022
You may wish to talk to the landlord about the situation. Often times they can help you come to a solution.
Getting evicted should be avoided if possible. If the eviction is entered by a court, it becomes public record. That can make it difficult down the road to obtain another apartment.... View More
An AC unit outside of my apartment building has had an increasingly loud and high-pitched screeching coming from it. I've submitted a maintenance request and the team has basically come out to notate information about the unit and that's it. The issue began a couple of weeks ago,... View More
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answered on Oct 3, 2022
Well, it is possible that an A/C unit may fall under the warranty of habitability, you may be better off checking your contract for clauses regarding the landlord’s duty to maintain the property.
I feel it is important to caution tenants against withholding rent for warranty of... View More
We moved into a new build home last September and immediately ran into drainage issues in our backyard. When we asked about the issue with standing water, we were told the grade had been certified and they wont do anything for us. We later found out that our neighbors had the same issue and the... View More
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answered on Oct 3, 2022
Unfortunately, you may keep receiving cookie-cutter answers until you hire an attorney to help you address the issue.
It is impossible to tell if the construction company's answer is correct at this point without more information.
Please be aware that any answer is based on... View More
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answered on Sep 26, 2022
Have you tried talking to the police? Unfortunately, there is not allot that can be done for an annoying neighbor. At a certain point, it could be a nuisance but is it worth the time and money? It's a hard one.
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I had a sizable condo fire, and it was determined that it was the HOAs insurance policy that should make the repairs (not due to fault but bylaws- both parties agree). Suddenly, my HOA changed ownership a few weeks after the fire to a new company. Now the old HOA is saying that it is no longer... View More
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answered on Sep 26, 2022
Sorry to give generic information but you should look into an attorney to sort everything out.
In addition, it may be worth taking the time to dig through your home owners documents for the insurance declaration and trying to make a claim directly with the insurance companies. If... View More
I requested waiver from mediation due to psychological abuse. The Court denied the motion.
CRS 13-22-311 (1): "Any court of record may... refer any case for mediation services or dispute resolution programs... except that the court shall not refer the case to mediation services or... View More
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answered on Sep 26, 2022
Motions to reconsider are typically disfavored. You should talk to an attorney on the matter.
It is possible a judge could grant such an order especially if there is a manifest mistake of law. But this may not be the hill to die on. Like I said, you should talk to an attorney.
In... View More
Now I have no way of titling it. It has been sitting on my property for 2 yrs until I finally got it completely fixed. I need help and answer please help to guide me in the right direction. Am I going to be able to obtain one? If so what's the process? Thank you
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answered on Sep 23, 2022
Maybe consider reaching out to the family to determine if there is someone there that could help you out.
Please be aware that any answer is based on all the events occurring in Colorado. Further, please be aware that this is not legal advice. This is generic information intended to help... View More
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answered on Sep 22, 2022
I would think that would depend on your contract and if they can link the damage to your use of the car. If the rat was already living in the car when you took it, is it really your problem? Depending on the amount, it may be worth talking to an attorney.
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the tenant owes? “We have been trying to collect from Sierra since May due to her paying late on her rent. She has been accruing late fees and has been posted several times. We sent emails concerning past due account: 4/16, 5/5, 5/13, 5/17, 5/19, 5/21, 6/3, 7/8, 7/12, 7/21, 7/28. We have posted... View More
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answered on Sep 22, 2022
You need to check with an attorney.
In short, anytime you post any type of factual comment you need to be aware that you could be subject to a defamation suit.
In addition, you need to walk through the late fee issue. During COVID a few significant bills passed regarding late fees... View More
Landlord withheld my entire security deposit of $1750 and charged $2065 on top of that for “estimated” repairs. They will not provide receipts, I have requested them several times. They took me to court because I did not pay until I received receipts. Now I will be responsible for interest and... View More
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answered on Sep 19, 2022
You need to talk to an attorney. The landlord as Plaintiff, just like in most civil cases, has the burden of proof which includes proving their damages. Damages do not need to be exact, but they cannot be guesses either.
Depending on where you are in the process, you may even wish to... View More
We usually had to buy it in quarters it's cheaper. She got caught with it before I split it. How can I take the charge for her knowing I handed it too her before splitting it?
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answered on Sep 19, 2022
I highly suggest that you stop posting on any websites and go talk to an attorney. You are posting to an open forum and that could be a real problem down the road.
Please be aware that any answer is based on all the events occurring in Colorado. Further, please be aware that this is not... View More
But very soon it presented overheating problems. On Jan 17, 9 days after the purchase, I took it for an oil exchange at Grease Monkeys, where they made the following comments on the invoice:
- COOLANT SYSTEM LEAK
- ENGINE OIL LEAK
- HEAD GASKET LEAKING
Which... View More
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answered on Sep 19, 2022
While this is not my area of expertise, I would check into the state's lemon laws. If you purchased the vehicle from a dealer you might be able to return it or have them fix some of the issues. I recommend checking the colorado bar's website under the licensed lawyer tool to look for... View More
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answered on Sep 19, 2022
Well, that depends on your personal preferences. I personally like my broker only acting in my best interest but acknowledge there are times where it is appropriate for the broker to help both sides. A transactional broker acts more as a neutral 3rd party helping both sides in a transaction.... View More
There are many dogs on that list now living in my complex. The office says the owners of those dog’s presented documents claiming the dogs are “emotional support “ animals and they are required to accept them. How is this not a breech of my lease which prohibits such dogs? Thank you
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answered on Sep 16, 2022
In many circumstances federal and state law trumps contract law. Contract law must live in the legal framework setup by both the state and federal governments. A personal contract typically cannot supersede a state or federal law unless the law allows itself to be superseded.
If a contract... View More
They are evicting me because my lease was expired but I have been paying rent on a month to month basis since march
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answered on Sep 16, 2022
Sorry to say but more information would be needed. If your lease truly did expire you may have a month to month tenancy that can be terminated with the proper notice.
In terms of domestic violence, Colorado does have a couple of statutes that address this point. From what I recall, the... View More
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answered on Sep 16, 2022
Afternoon,
these types of questions are often handled in probate. If your name was not on the deed as Joint Tenants, you will need something in the public record to show that you own the property. If I recall, the executor of the estate typically has some authority over the matter but this... View More
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answered on Sep 14, 2022
I think that would partially depend on if negligence was involved, who the easement was granted to, associated contracts and covenants, and so on.
I hate to say it but more info would be needed. You should reach out to an attorney to discuss.
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We moved out 12 days ago. Our old landlord put the house on the market 7 days ago. They had one person look at the property and mention pet urine smells in one of the bedrooms as their reason for not renting. Now they are trying to withhold $1,000 for “lost rents.”
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answered on Sep 14, 2022
I would reach out to an attorney.
From a general standpoint, most leases permit a landlord to withhold a portion of the security deposit to cover damages to the leased premises exceeding normal wear and tear. This could include the cleanup of pet urine.
Landlords needs to be... View More
So my apartment put a notice on my door telling me I have to leave in 60 days because they want to removal. Can they also 10 day vacate the permits notice after that??
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answered on Sep 8, 2022
It depends. I often see both notices to quit along with notices for substantial compliance sent out at the same time.
If the tenant complies with the substantial compliance notice, then the notice to quit kicks in.
If the tenant fails to comply with the substantial compliance... View More
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