Q: Can I put a lien on property that I sold with a verbal agreement?
I sold my grandson a house with a verbal agreement that he would pay $500.00 a month and deeded it to him. He made several payments and then he decided he didn't want to pay anymore. I have kept record of all the payments he has made. What can I do now?
A: Unfortunately, you have an uphill battle without a written agreement, like a promissory note. I'm going to assume (since you say it was a verbal agreement) you did not record a mortgage - which would have given you leverage (foreclosure). The fact that he made some payments is good (evidence) of the debt and his obligation to repay. You need to bring all documentation and communications (emails, texts, even something written on a napkin) to a local attorney to review and discuss your rights and possible remedies. If you need to locate someone near you, start your search here: https://www.justia.com/lawyers
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