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Is it mandatory in Florida for my wife’s presence at a real estate closing? What happens if she has to be at work, hospitalized or out of the country on business?
And yes, her name is included on the title.
answered on Dec 11, 2017
I agree with my colleague, only to add that mobile or mail away closings are also a common solution when a party is unable to be physically present. Unavailability will not excuse signing the documents. Best of Luck! Jennifer
Gave over 15 days notice of leaving. We had a good relationship, he was at the house 3 times in 8.5yrs, fixed garage door, fixed garbage disposal and 3rd time for a $3 part for laundry room valve. $250 in repairs in 8.5yrs. Never late on rent. I didn’t think I had to give 30 days notice. He says... View More 
answered on Dec 8, 2017
Without a Lease, you are only required to give 15 days notice on a month to month rental. Florida Statute 83.57(3)Assuming you paid your rent on the 1st, you would have to vacate by the 1st to avoid paying December rent. If you paid a deposit to your Landlord, they need to give you written notice... View More
My husband is not on the note.! We were told that he had to sign the mortgage at close as acknowledgement that I have a mortgage. Is my husband responsible for any of the debt? This is my daughters primary residence and she is the only one on the title. This is not my residence.
answered on Dec 8, 2017
Only the party signing the Note is financially responsible. Hope that helps put your mind at ease! Jennifer
partner and I bought house, he paid it off. Since my name is also on deed, am I owner of half house? If a husband works, wife doesn't - she has half the house
answered on Dec 7, 2017
As I understand your question, you and your domestic partner are both on a deed, your partner paid the mortgage off and you are wondering if you are the owner of 1/2 interest in a paid in full property, even though you did not contribute financially. The answer is probably YES, by virtue of being... View More
made 15,000 worth of improvements. This past year I was informed that the property was in forclosure and it had been sold. How do I go about getting my money back for the person who I gave it to?.
answered on Dec 6, 2017
Your question is too complex to offer you guidance from a web post, except to advise you to consult with a real estate attorney as soon as possible to research the status, review any documents you have and determine your best course of action. Jennifer
My lease for the house I'm leasing contains a clause pertaining to Termination Upon Sale of Property". It states "Notwithstanding any other provision of this agreement, Landlord may terminate this agreement upon 30 days written notice that the property has been sold".... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2017
It's hard to know what the terms of sale are, but the bottom line is - if your landlord gave you notice to terminate your Lease, you need to get looking for new accommodations. Best of Luck! Jennifer
My fiancé was raised by his great grandma, and together they own a house (the house is in both of their names). His great grandma is very sick in the hospital, and her children have started to investigate as to whether they can take the house from my fiancé since his great grandmother (their... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2017
If the great grandma owns 1/2 and you cannot find a Will, great grandma's 1/2 will likely go to her children. That doesn't affect your fiancé's 1/2, but it could put him in a position where he may have to buy out the other 1/2 to keep the house. I would consult with a probate... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2017
If you have a month to month lease, your landlord only has to give you a 15 day notice to vacate. It appears the end is inevitable. I would recommend that you find a new rental and give your landlord 15 days notice that you are vacating and prepare to move. If you do it by December 15, you will... View More
The letter says they "have been retained to collect" an outstanding balance and "an attempt to collect a debt."
answered on Dec 4, 2017
If you believe the debt is not owed, you should notify them in writing to verify the account. If the debt is owed, you will want to negotiate a payoff or installment plan so you can avoid getting a judgment against you and your credit. If you do not have means to pay and you have lots of debts,... View More
Monthly bill shows increased prices for all services contracted to and through property management company. We have never been informed of any pending change and our current contract has a fixed monthly price. I am surprised that this is possible without any prior notice and justification for the... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2017
Maybe. If you have a Contract for a designated time period at a specified price, they are obligated to provide services at the contracted amount for the time specified. If there is no such Contract, they can probably change their rates at will and you will need to shop around for a new provider.... View More
Remainder of estate is insurance. NO bills due. How do we proceed
answered on Dec 4, 2017
You will need to file a probate to obtain ownership. Please consult with a Probate attorney to determine what the next steps will be for you and your family members. Best of Luck! Jennifer
answered on Dec 4, 2017
It is impossible to know that based upon the information provided in a web post. You will want to consult with an attorney to determine if it will be worth your while to re-open the Probate. Best of Luck! Jennifer
Borrower died 9 years ago. I own the property. I foreclosed the HOA lien. Took subject to the mortgage. Now mortgage company foreclosing but no estate has ever been raised and no personal representative named. They advertised for constructive service but they then filed an affidavit stating no... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2017
There is not enough information to fully answer your question. The encumbrance of the Mortgage is a lien on the property, regardless of the ownership. It's not clear how you obtained ownership, but the fact that the owner and the borrower don't match doesn't make the Mortgage go... View More
She wants to get out of it, but believes she can’t because the home either needs major repairs or must be demolished and replaced. If she demolishes the home, the size and shape of her lot may prohibit her from replacing it with a home that fits the HOA regulations. She spoke to a manufactured... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2017
I am so sorry for your mother's situation. FEMA offers disaster relief for Collier County residents. Your mother may be eligible for a grant or low cost home loan to make the repairs needed. I would recommend you research those opportunities for her first. Please Google any company or... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2017
Maybe. You will want to check the Contract and the Listing Agreement to be sure that what you are selling matches the advertisement and description that was used to sell the property. If they are comparable, it may be OK, but you would not want to put low end black appliances, for instance, if... View More
and no one will rent to him. He's violated the two rules I had when he moved in: no guns and no alcohol. He has paid no rent (I didn't ask for any), nor contributed to household expenses. I've been told that I may not be able to call the police and have him evicted if he's... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2017
I am sorry for your situation. You will need to file an ejectment action against him. Most Clerk of Court websites have ejectment packages that you can fill out yourself. I would recommend visiting the Clerk of Court website in the County where you live for forms and instructions. If you feel... View More
Or how many unrelated people can you have in a single family home.
answered on Dec 1, 2017
That would depend upon where you live. If you are a tenant, you will need to review your Lease Agreement, which should have a provision as to who can live there. If you are a homeowner, your HOA may have restrictions on the number of vehicles you can have, etc., so you would need to check the... View More
I live in Philadelphia, pa. Is this okay legally? They are Retired fixed income, I want to help. Help!
Thanks, Sharon
answered on Nov 30, 2017
Yes, that is absolutely legal. I assume your parents live in FL, so you would need to engage the services of a Florida Real Estate attorney to draft the appropriate documents. Just realize that if they don't pay rent, you will still be responsible for taxes, insurance and any mortgage... View More
Our former landlord has not returned our security deposit, it has been 29 days. We have yet to receive anything in writing listing what and how much he intends on keeping for repairs. We did receive a text once listing two items, but we asked several times to see what he was referring to. (He... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2017
Probably not, as there is a statutory disclosure that must be given as well. The next step would be to file suit for payment of your deposit. Any attorney fees and costs incurred would be recoverable against the Landlord. Best of Luck! Jennifer
The property was purchased in both mine and my brother-in-laws names. I have made all payments. We are in agreement that we would like to remove his name from said property.
answered on Nov 29, 2017
You will need to hire an attorney to draft a deed for the parties to sign. Best of Luck! Jennifer
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