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i bought land over 12 years ago with the building where I recently live and recently i was told there was a case on the land and judgment was given to another family.... whats the implication and how do I protect my right of ownership.
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answered on Sep 1, 2023
In a situation where you've been informed of a land dispute and a judgment has been awarded to another family regarding the land you purchased over 12 years ago, it's essential to take swift and decisive action to protect your ownership rights. First, gather and carefully review all... View More 
We were not together when she died. She was married to someone else. We never did anything with the home. I still live in the home. She does have one child with me and one child with someone else. We are in Louisiana. I am on the deed to the house but not the loan for the house. I have paid on the... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2023
You really should speak to a succession lawyer in your area to make sure you have a clear understanding of your rights. Someone may open your ex-girlfriend's succession and that lawyer may reach out to you, however that lawyer does not represent you --hence the reason you should at a minimum... View More
I have plans to build a house on this land I do not know what I can legally do with their trailer. They won't answer phone calls from me. Therefore I don't know what their plans are. Wh what are my rights concerning this matter? I live in Louisiana.
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answered on Aug 21, 2023
In Louisiana, if your daughter and son-in-law have left their trailer on your property for around six months without communication, you may explore legal options. Sending them a certified letter notifying them of your intention to remove the trailer if they don't respond within a specified... View More
I donated a piece of property to my mother, in exchange for lifetime right of use. It is my understanding that I can revoke the donation if I am denied the right to use the property. She donated the property to a third-party, yet maintained usufruct. She and the new owner of the property denied my... View More
answered on Aug 14, 2023
You need to consult with a lawyer to discuss the specifics----which in this case, includes a review of the transfer/donation documents and verifying whether or not they paperwork was recorded in the public record----after this, one should be able to give you some credible information as to your... View More
Ex-husband acquired property before we were married. We terminate our community property and enter into a regime of separation of property before a lawyer and signed paperwork.. Ex-Husband signed and agreed to bargain, convey, sell, waive, and deliver property in full ownership to me. The home... View More
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answered on Aug 2, 2023
Did he execute a Deed of his interest to you? If not, he still owns an interest, which could possibly be mortgaged or executed upon.
Please they plan on doing it Monday...how can they do this
answered on Jun 18, 2023
If title to the property is not in their name, they most likely have no legal right to tear down a structure on the property. If title to the property is in your name, you likely have standing to enjoin them from tearing down the structure.
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A pastor was given the church property when the church was dissolved
answered on Jun 12, 2023
This is an example why my advice to anyone involved with the transaction of immoveable property (sale, donation, anythng)----get an attorney involved--you want it done correctly so that someone in the future does not come back and place a cloud on the title of the property. In your scenario my... View More
She already got a third of everything else, bank accounts investment and house
I told him I would but changed my mind after finding she’s already dating. She 36 and he was 83. No doubt why she got with him
I sent her a text about receiving a check and that I was sending it. But... View More
answered on May 30, 2023
More information is needed on this but unless you are legally obligated and/or required to give an amount to your dad's girlfriend, then you do not have to do so. If yoou are uncertain, consider talking to your lawyer in the lawsuit in which you are receiving a check, or if you are not... View More
The son never did succession and has now passed. Who would the property belong to? Would succession have to be done on my nephew if he didn’t have any possessions? Neither had a Will so I am depending on succession laws of Louisiana. There are no debts associated. It is a clear title.
answered on May 5, 2023
If the son was alive, when his father passed, then, the son is the rightful owner, by LA intestacy law (no Will) as to his father's property. But, if the son has now also passed, then, you have to look at whether the son had children of his own, any other sibling, or descendants from those... View More
The son never did succession and has now passed. Who would the property belong to? Would succession have to be done on my nephew if he didn’t have any possessions?
answered on May 5, 2023
It is hightly recommended that you consult a succession lawyer in your are to discuss the specifics of this situation, including whether the best way to proceed in this matter. Also, in reading your post, it is not clear if there is a will for either deceased person or you are relying upon the... View More
We lost the case in federal court, attempting to get the donation of the family home made over, turned based on undue influence and secondarily on lack of subsistence. I provided our attorney with a 5 inch deck binder with copies of text messages, phone bills, bank statements, written statements,... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2023
There's not enough information to know what your actual question is. That said, if your Mother is a partial (or sole) owner of the land, then the land cannot be transferred without a succession (in Louisiana) or probate (in another state) being opened and either the legal proceeding... View More
My step fathers children are removing furniture and outdoor buildings from a house we inherited from our mom. My step father has usufruct of her house.
answered on Mar 23, 2023
It depends. You will need to look at the Will, if any, terms and the end Judgment. A legal usufruct may be provided to the surviving spouse as to all former community property - both movable and immovable. But, as to the outdoor building, I am not sure, based on limited info, if that would be... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2023
Louisiana only permits 2 types of Last Wills: a handwritten will which is valid, if all form requirements are met (Testator's own handwriting, dated, and signed), or a notarial Will, which when all form requirements are met is "self-proving." Handwritten wills are not self proving,... View More
In 2012 I fell behind on mobile home loan and was told if not caught up It would be repossessed. I immediately caught it up but they said judgement would stay for the remaining loan term and i didnt need to go in every 3 years like before when loan matured. It was financed for 12 years only the... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2023
You have a lot of information and most people who want to provide you an informed answer would like to see a copy of the original judgment and when it was recorded as well as a copy of the "renewed" judgment and when it was recorded to see if the process for revival of a judgment was done... View More
It already went to a tax sale but we have 3 years to claim the home and pay the taxes and penalties.
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answered on Feb 25, 2023
It depends on the specific laws and regulations in your jurisdiction. In some cases, if one person pays the taxes and penalties owed, they may be able to claim ownership of the property. However, in other cases, all owners may need to agree to any changes in ownership or to the payment of taxes and... View More
is it just the Restrictive Covenants that must recorded with the Clerk of Court?
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answered on Feb 7, 2023
In answer to your question, I contend it is just the covenants which are required to be recorded with the Clerk of Court. On the other hand, if the HOA has non-recorded rules and regulations, then it certainly should notify new property owners of its existence and have some sort of mechanism to... View More
deed restrictions. The Bylaws are the rules and regulations for management and administration. The Resolutions are additional rules and regulations that the association may adopt." There is no mention of the Bylaws and Rules having to be publicly recorded. Farther down under "Are HOA... View More
answered on Jan 27, 2023
Someone else may give you a more direct answer to your question, however, I think more information is needed and I would also suggest that depending on the your specific situation, then perhaps some discretion (no matter the answer) might be in order. That is, while ignorance is not usually a... View More
Usufruct has there own home and is not living at the jome in question
answered on Jan 26, 2023
Yes, a naked owner can in general be homeless, however, what I would suggest is the naked owner seek a consult with a lawyer, discuss the current situation and see what, if anything, can be done to perhaps change the circumstances.
The home owners built their home with cash and the home has never had a mortgage. Therefore there has never been a deed recorded on the home. They wish to leave the home and adjacent buildings to a specific grandchild. How do they go about this?
answered on Jan 19, 2023
There has to be a deed as to the underlying land. Did the grandparents purchase the land? If so, the improvements/the house belong to the landowner. A good way to confirm owner is to go to the tax assessor website and see who receives the tax bill. The landowner can gift the land and home by a... View More
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