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Signed lease to start July 28, paid pro-rated amount for July. Co-tenant has signed lease, but I am out of state until August 1st and can't sign until then. LL says co-tenant cannot move in until I have signed in-person. Can they withhold possession, even after we have paid July rent, security... View More 
answered on Jul 13, 2024
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You can ask them to sign the lease in front of a notary in your state rather than re-signing it.
This is about the formation of a contact. Without you signing it there is no contact yet. You can ask to get your money back.
This is merely a... View More
I turned in a 30 Day notice on June 10th 2024 letting the apartment managemebt team know of my intmtention to vacate, I was then given my 30 Day notice back and handed a few more papers and was told to fill all the papers out and bring them back and that they would keep my original 30 Day notice on... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2024
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You can testify in court or through a declaration that you have the 30-day notice.
This is merely a discussion of general laws and not legal advice. For legal advice, more specific facts and investigations are needed. I recommend you consult with an... View More
The credit union where I have my HELOC provided unsigned copies of the documents that the notary had me sign, but I have not been given copies of the documents with my signature and the credit union's signature on them. I think the term for these documents is "fully executed copies"?
answered on Jul 13, 2024
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You can ask for the fully executed contract from the other party in writing, and they must provide you with a copy.
This is merely a discussion of general laws and not legal advice. For legal advice, more specific facts and investigations are needed. I... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2024
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The tenant can bring damages lawsuit against the landlord for Beach of contract or other violations of tenants' rights.
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We own 5% of the property in the house deed but have a loan of $287,000 under my name and father-in-law. He doesn't want to take my name off the loan nor wants to pay out 5%.
answered on Jul 13, 2024
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You can bring partition action to sell the property and distribute the proceeds of the sale. Also, a real estate attorney needs to evaluate if other remedies such as quiet title are available to you.
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My siblings and I are the beneficiaries of property through a trust. I am the successor trustee. We want to leave the deeds in the name of the trust and rent out the properties.
answered on Jul 13, 2024
The question is not clear, but it seems that you want to keep the trust, but you want to transfer the whole trust to an LLC. If this is not against the words of trust, you can do that.
Also, the deed needs to mention the name of the grantor and grantee with the proper language of... View More
We lived on a military base. I have a settlement demand meeting tomorrow and I plan to ask for 1 million for various breaches and pain and suffering. Is asking for one million for me, my husband and toddler a reasonable amount ?
answered on Jul 13, 2024
An attorney needs to evaluate your case and calculate your actual damages, compensatory damages, and primitive damages for each claim.
This all arises from being appointed. My Mother's representative for her estate.
The probate court says I now need to file the deed of distribution. Can you please help me understand the process
answered on Jul 9, 2024
There are several probate attorneys who offer free consultations. Also, some of them work based on contingency fees. You can consult with an expert to make sure all your rights are preserved.
Mortgage responsibility: Married couple (1 income), a Mom (retired) & an Aunt (retired). 4 people, 3 incomes
answered on Jul 9, 2024
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Yes, there are several types of joint tenancy. You can buy it under joint tenancy with the right of survivorship or tenancy in common.
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The restoration company led us to believe that our insurance policy included coverage for damages. We called our insurance co and a plumber when we noted the leak. Insurance co. was there within hrs. and asked to see insurance policy. He began quoting dollar figures that we would be compensated... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2024
You need to have a lawyer write a demand letter to the insurance co. The attorney needs to see if the repair was covered and if there is a bad faith in rejecting the request.
The attorneys can work on contingency or hourly rate.
I filed a new GRANT Deed AT THE Registrar's office, then emailed the ASSESSOR about the forms that HE NEEDS. THE office sent me a list of 3 forms--Change in OWNERSHIP, PARENT-CHLD exclusion, & HOMEOWNER's exemption, but no list of cost; he also said to sign, scan and email, not go in... View More
answered on Jul 14, 2024
These are administrative fees. You can ask the clerk what the charge was for and get the details. if it is unreasonably high you can report them. However, $75 for recording does not seem to be excessive.
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Since I filed my lawsuit 2 years ago, the defendant has made several perjurious statements. Despite admitting to lying, the court didn't sanction them. The court also gave them an extension of 15 days to serve their RFAs when they failed to serve them on time. They have just served them with a... View More
answered on Jun 26, 2024
If you have proof that they are lying, you can impeach them during the trial or weaken their credibility.
I'm in need of a reasonably priced attorney to be in an advisory position and potential litigator for me as the homeowner in a non CID HOA.
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answered on Jun 26, 2024
You can find a local attorney where the property is located because the litigation is brought there. Having a consultation with the lawyer helps you know the lawyer and her approach better.
Specific California Evidence Code and statutes that define how documents have to be verified for authenticity, or copies certified.
answered on Jun 23, 2024
You can authenticate them with:
Live testimony, Declarations, depositions, admissions, etc.
I was paying it until me and my family got evicted and I haven’t been able to pay I’ve been living paycheck to paycheck.
answered on Jun 11, 2024
Post this question in the post-judgment or debt collection sections.
I lived in MN when I hired them and now live in FL. I believe the are in breech of contract. They won't answer my calls or emails. They have nearly bankrupted me and have done this to others. I have a list of more than 100 people they have done this to. I need representation whether just for... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2024
Consult with a Florida lawyer, and see if FL courts have jurisdiction over the company because that is more convenient for you.
If there is no justification over the company in FL, then you have to hire a CA attorney.
This is considering the "claim for transfer of base year value to replacement primary residence for persons at least age 55 years." Can we have the property tax paid only in his name, keeping his old prop. tax amount? Or do I have to pay property tax on my full share of the property... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2024
You need to update the status of the ownership with the tax assessor. For that, consult with a tax attorney to see what types of tax protection you have.
The City of San Diego has an easement for a stormwater drain which bisects me and my neighbor’s property. The drain was installed in 1950 and has since failed and created a sinkhole in my backyard. It has since come to light that the city will need to replace the drain will require a... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2024
You can be entitled to damages as a result of the repair. Document everything such as noise and everything causing inconvenience or making the property unhabitable (e.g., dangers) during the repair.
This family has been attacking me for years on end I’ve also had a show shut off due to violations of all my rights and more so now our system and highest agencies had gotten involved and all seems to led gross management and tho I’ve gone through many investigations to prove my side as the... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2024
You can report them to their supervisors. Also, in government agencies, there is usually a department for complaints and reviews. You can file a complaint there.
You need to consult with an attorney who does administrative laws.
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answered on May 13, 2024
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If the borrower (B) by himself does not qualify for getting a loan (e.g., B has poor credit, B does not have a stable or enough income, etc.), the lender may require a cosigner who qualifies for these requirements.
The cop-signed plays the role of... View More
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