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Can I sue my realtor for not doing her due diligence in locating my home I purchased through her?
I specifically told her to locate a home that I could modify or already had a separate apartment in the home. I planned to supplement my social security check to live. A home was located, I... View More 
He has more recently threatened ms and told me to not contact . He said he going to move a trailer and his mother onto my land without asking or permission
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answered on Dec 4, 2024
Hire a competent IL attorney to sue for possession only from all occupants now. Do not get in an argument with them or they will get you criminally charged and have leverage. Let your lawyer handle it and forget about collecting rent monies for awhile.
All documents recorded showed the property to be a 6 bed 3 bath home inspected and approved certificate of occupancy issued.2015 A second inspection 2023passed and was approved and equivalent of certificate of occupancy was issued. Also a letter from the head of the planning dept confirmed the... View More
Can a sober home force a rental property to rent to them, even if they don't want a sober home in their income property, for non-discriminatory reasons such as over use? The issue relates to a sober homes associated rights. It is clear that an existing sober homes have these rights, but do... View More
Defendant is being sued by her neighbor (Plaintiff) for asking another neighbor (potential witness) to cut down three dead trees from the plaintiffs property. The neighbor who actually committed the act of cutting said trees was not coerced, paid for services, or manipulated to commit the act by... View More
I’m looking to purchase hunting land I’ll be visiting briefly through the year. This land is only accessible via the interstate. There’s no guard rail, simply a grass shoulder id turn onto - I’d be parking on my land. Would I likely get a ticket if a cop saw me leave the interstate into my land?
Help mehhhh
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answered on Nov 29, 2024
Mail theft is a serious federal crime, regardless of the method used. If your landlord is deliberately using a duplicate address to intercept your mail, they are violating federal law under 18 U.S.C. § 1708, which carries penalties including fines and potential imprisonment.
Your immediate... View More
Myself and some friends are saving up to buy a sizable chunk of land in the near future. We’re currently looking anywhere from 10-50 acres based on location. In Kentucky, are there any laws saying how many houses can be build on a plot of land? We’re not worried about having any falling outs... View More
the owner of the real estate as well ? I purchased a company and there are 9 properties that are owned by this business when I check online.
Anything about it . I did sign off on it. In good faith that he was being honest. But he actually took almost all of my front yard. Beings he moved the stake to make me think that was the property line. Is there anything I can do?
10.69 acres
Due to mold that the rental company wouldn't fix even after I contacted code of enforcements. Can I sue
I have some details if needed.
Land is about .5 of an acre. A house was on land over 35 years ago.
My questions are the following: Are there any restrictions when trying to build on land? I am interested in building a trailer park to rent land for trailers and/or trailer rental. Is... View More
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answered on Nov 21, 2024
Hire a MO attorney to search the title and advise on zoning and code permits.
I live on 2 acres on top a hill. I was told they can look at the property from the mail box which is at the bottom of the property. But they continue to drive up the driveway and help themselves to a look around the whole property.
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answered on Nov 14, 2024
Yes, CAL FIRE has legal authority to enter and inspect your property for defensible space compliance, even with "no trespassing" signs posted. This authority is granted under California Public Resources Code Section 4291, which requires property owners in designated fire hazard areas to... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
I understand this is a very concerning situation that requires immediate attention. Your safety and the safety of your community are paramount.
If you believe there are explosive devices in your area, you need to immediately call 911 - this is the most appropriate emergency response... View More
We bought just over 8 acres of land and made plans to build a house. When we went to get our permit we were told that our land is zoned as Ag1 which has a minimum lot/tract size of 10 acres. Now the zoning department claims we have to pay to have the land rezoned as Ag2 to build on it. Is there a... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2024
No. You’ll either have to file to rezone or sue to force them to correct the zoning. Either way, it is going to cost money.
When we bought our property we did a title check to make sure there were no restrictions with the property, come to find out there seems to be an easement that was filed with the county a year after we had bought it. however it seems to have been drafted months before we bought the property, do we... View More
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answered on Nov 6, 2024
Hire a VA attorney to search the title, and examine closely that recorded easement. If easement is for road improvement or maybe an underground utility system, probably no damages. Title companies rarely have a duty to anyone, but might get hit for negligence (again doubtful). Have an... View More
Mom passed away and I can't afford to pay for the roomi don't use my Landlord has finally agreed to rent the extra room out and posted an ad . I have been showing the room to all interested. She still wants me to pay for the room untill it is rented even though she has agreed to... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother - dealing with housing concerns while grieving must be incredibly difficult.
From a legal standpoint, you remain responsible for the full rent payment under your original rental agreement until your landlord formally modifies the... View More
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