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answered on May 1, 2024
An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You could try reposting and adding "Landlord/Tenant" as a category. Some questions here ultimately go unanswered, but the new heading could improve chances for a response. Good luck
and a nortization fee equaling to a totall of 130k. Im more curious to make sure its not a scam. The inheritance money wise is over 7 million and 65 acres of land.
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
GF needs to hire an AZ attorney to check out the Probate Action. Then he needs to look into the distribution itself. Notary fees do not justify $130K ever. However it sounds like there are other fees involved, not just for a notary. Also the Deed will need to be drafted correctly to convey... View More 
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Yes, it is generally possible to use Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) back pay to cover closing costs when purchasing a family home. Here are a few key things to keep in mind:
1. Lump-sum back pay: When an individual is approved for SSDI, they often receive a lump-sum payment... View More
My sister forged our dads name on a quitclaim deed, I had filed a complaint on the notary which originally resulted in her favor but this week I got a letter from the secretary of the state saying they found multiple things she did wrong with the investigation and the fact that they don't... View More
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answered on Mar 21, 2024
You need a real estate litigation attorney to file a lawsuit against your sister to have the deed declared void due to forgery. Do not delay. But in the meantime, if you get a whiff of the house going under contract then contact the escrow company and pointedly inform them that there is reason to... View More
All this was done while I was in the hospital with several major surgeries, without my permission or KNOWLEDGE
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answered on Mar 12, 2024
Hire an attorney now to search the title and draft an action for quiet title, reform deed, ejectment, etc. You cannot do this yourself and will lose the land.
can i as the seller opt out within 72 hours of signing and having told them i needed to do this is it possible to opt out?
even though my agreement states that the buyer has the option of opting out,,, but does not state that the seller has that same option?
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answered on Mar 5, 2024
Consult with an AZ attorney to read your contract and give you his estimation of the possibilities of suit for specific performance. If you were given earnest money, that might be forfeited only. Agent commissions are often the main liability.
my wife and I purchased the home in El Mirage, AZ on 4/2018. mortgage was put in her name because at the time, the mortgage banker said my credit was ' not quite ' where it needed to be. He said, you can refi in a few years, at that time you can be added.. " ...
my wife and I... View More
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answered on Feb 26, 2024
Hire an AZ attorney to file for divorce now, prior to the transfer which should be enjoined. Claim the house is marital property. Hopefully you have grounds.
Would lawyers be required? If so, who pays the lawyer fees?
answered on Mar 5, 2024
An Arizona attorney should advise, as this could be covered under state-specific civil procedure rules. However, your question remains open for two weeks. The short answer is "yes" in most jurisdictions nationwide. Sometimes interest is capped by statute, but claimants can sue for it.... View More
I own a single family residence in Mesa and the community association is in financial crisis. After speaking to the management company, who advised me to sell quickly, I found out that we are looking at first a very large special assessment, and then even then still there's a strong... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2024
You and the other homeowners may have a case against the board of directors for their mismanagement and breach of duty. From the information you disclosed, this should be considered. The directors may have purchased a policy of errors and omissions insurance coverage. If so, a claim could be... View More
Assessments pay insurance premiums, so can they legally contact the insurer?
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answered on Jan 21, 2024
Yes, as a homeowner in an HOA who pays the premiums for the Directors and Officers (D & O) insurance policies, you typically have the right to contact the insurance carrier. Since you are the payor of the premium, you have an insurable interest in the policy, and it's within your rights to... View More
My husband and I purchased our home almost 2 years ago. We have recently found out that they did not disclose everything truthfully. They stated that all piping was replaced, we found out a few months ago that there is a cast iron pipe running from the guest bath almost through the entirety of the... View More
answered on Jan 12, 2024
It appears that you have a non-disclosure claim against your seller and, possibly, against your seller's agent. Both have a duty to disclose. I recommend that you have your home inspected carefully by a licensed contractor. If your seller failed to disclose the items you mentioned, the... View More
I would like to know if the mechanics lien will be the right step to get paid for a job we have done(note: it was a 5ft firebreak clear of weeds, shrubs, tree)? Can someone please advise
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
In Arizona, filing a mechanic's lien can be an effective way to secure payment for services rendered, especially in cases where your client, such as an HOA, is not fulfilling their payment obligations. However, it's important to understand the specific legal requirements and procedures... View More
She payed $1,000 to have a notary present and legalize the quitclaim of his house, everything in it and a wishlist of his financial accounts to be used to support her. This was witnessed by my living brother and sister. When they asked what the signatures where for, she said they were just papers... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2023
Among other considerations, your brother had to knowingly know what he was doing without undue influence. It sounds like there may be issues with this transfer. You may want to consult with an experienced probate litigation attorney.
I brought a house and tried to sell it later. An offer over asking price was made but once the inspection got done I learned the additions where not permitted and I had to bring the price down 25k. I was never told that the additions wasn't permitted by the seller or the person I had do my... View More
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answered on Dec 8, 2023
In Arizona, if a seller fails to disclose unpermitted additions to a house, you may have legal recourse. This could include claims such as breach of contract, fraud, or misrepresentation, as sellers are obligated to disclose significant property issues.
Understanding key factors is... View More
I was told I'm gonna be evicted in two days because. Someone filed a false deed at the recorders office. for my properly. Do I have to get out?and just walk away from my home I have 2 kids and 7 animals I can't just leave my home I don't know what to do
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answered on Nov 27, 2023
Hire an AZ attorney immediately to search the title and file an Ejectment and Quiet Title Action. If the thief sues for possession, you must defend your title in Court.
My wife is one of four sisters on a family trust. We bought property from her parents through the trust. We paid on it for 5years. I started college in 2008. Her parents had us over for dinner and told us they didn't want us to make anymore payments while I was in college. Then 3years later... View More
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answered on Oct 11, 2023
Partition Sale is probably the only remedy here. Asking for contribution will most likely be denied.
I currently want to fight the entire tech industry because my rights to my privacy and my data and my sovereignty is being impeached every day and I have receipts and I'm ready to stand up in front of a judge and preach my case. I'd love to write it out to you.
answered on Oct 5, 2023
This question came into the workers' compensation category. It does not appear to related to a work injury and you should limit your inquiry to employment law.
I am building a single family residence. Currently I have an engineer who took a deposit but is not performing, or responding. Small claims court the only choice? What about other contractors down the road? Maybe need a contract to cover myself.
answered on Oct 3, 2023
This is a complicated matter. There are many things you need to do to protect yourself. Using a good contract with the general contractor is a first step. If you are acting as the general contractor, having good contracts with the contractors you hire is important. As for the engineer you... View More
We live in AZ. He lies a lot. We have a mortgage together. What can I do legally to find out and if it is, get him out of home and away from kids?
answered on Oct 2, 2023
You probably need to get it tested. Then once you find out it is meth, you need to ask him to submit to a drug test. If it's positive, you could use that as a reason to get temporary emergency custody (i.e., legal decision-making and parenting time) over the children.
If you're... View More
adverse possession is civil matter not criminal? i did an adverse possession and the owner came back after it being abandoned for 5 years and put criminal trespass charges he also filed false landlord tenant eviction paper but never served us so we had no notice to leave then sent the sheriff in... View More
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answered on Sep 8, 2023
Adverse Possession is a civil transfer of land title. However it appears you were not there long enough to make a claim apparently without color of title. There may be a SOL that was busted when they sued you for possession. You will have to hire a AZ attorney to advise you and represent you.... View More
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