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The house next to mine was sold to new people this spring, who have vicious barking dogs. Every time I am outside watering my flowers and lawn these dogs begin barking at me uncontrollably, and I can't even focus on what I am doing. Over the summer I have had 20 to 30 different dogs walk by... View More 
My sister is mom's dpoa for medical and financial, she has no ownership claim. Also the house is in a trust and I'm named on it.
answered on Sep 12, 2024
A promissory note is a promise to pay a specific amount of money in a given time usually with interest rate and payment schedule spelled out. It is usually secured by a mortgage or similar ‘security agreement’.
This has nothing to do with life leases which is a way to transfer a... View More
Living in home for 15 years continuously. Paid for all repairs and maintenance. Done all upkeep. Home was originally owned by my father and brother. Brother inherited a new house after our grandmother passed. Father offered me this house. Paid “rent” to father and mother. Father died in 2012.... View More
Forth between the bank & their lawyers do I have any rights
My name is still located on the loan and mortgage statement as the primary, but the house has been quit claim deeded to my LLC, sole member.
I'm also listed as additionally insured on the rental dwelling insurance. My main reason for transferring was to separate my personal assets... View More
answered on Aug 28, 2024
it sounds like you have taken a step towards limiting your liability for the operation of the rental property. There remains the possibility that you could be personally liable for accidents or other events associated with the rental property. This is one reason to have insurance.
Another... View More
I am interested in buying one or more homes from a land bank in NY State. The seller is demanding a large bank statement, greatly in excess of the purchase price. Is this legal? Does this not discriminate against someone of more modest means who might move to this community and find funding to... View More
I purchased my home 17 months ago. Nowhere in the sellers disclosure did it talk about any major issues with the home whatsoever. However I've now come to find out it has major foundation issues that need to be repaired or it will continue to sink into the ground. I had a contractor come out... View More
answered on Aug 21, 2024
The best use of what money you have now would be to fix the foundation. Going after the seller could be a fools' errand if all you have to go on is the neighbor saying they talked about it. You'd need more proof than that. Also, even if you were successful, you might get a judgment... View More
Ex: Land contract and subsequent Warranty Deed recorded 1981 and 1983 do not include "Lot extends to Water's Edge". The extension was subsequently deeded as a Quit Claim in 1997 and it was not submitted as a correction affidavit or noted as being filed to correct a previously... View More
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answered on Aug 21, 2024
No... But in the next recorded conveyance hire a competent MI attorney to draft a deed with a complete legal description and derivation of title.
The estate has two homes, one sold and proceeds deposited into the estate account. The other is wanting to be purchased by a beneficiary but needs the money currently in the estate.
When I purchased my home two years ago, it was listed and appraised as a three bedroom. Now that I am selling it, it has been flagged multiple times by agents stating that it is not a three bedroom but a two bedroom. The smallest room, which has been used as an office, does not have a window or... View More
Parcel is owned equally by homes in the neighborhood. Last report was filled in 2019. Our park liability insurance is paid but they will not cover claims while dissolved as we understand. We are waiting for the documents from the state to correct the issue and be in good standing again. The board... View More
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answered on Jul 28, 2024
When a nonprofit beach association corporation is dissolved for not filing annual reports, it can have significant implications for both liability and property tax. Since the corporation is not in good standing, your park liability insurance may not cover any claims, potentially leaving the... View More
I am trying to find legal help in my area, I have sent out this problem to a couple of firms, no answer. Possibly I need to know what type of lawyer deals with this type of problem. The regulation being violated is the that the lowest floor of a mailbox for residential use must be no lower than 28... View More
answered on Jul 25, 2024
Are you part of an association? I imagine your best - or at least your first - course of action would be to address this with the association.
My son bought my house on 3 acres. He could not finance the adjoining 20 acres. I would like to give it to him the best way for him to pay at least in taxes
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
To transfer the adjoining 20 acres to your son in the most tax-efficient way, you should consider gifting it to him. Gifting property can often be done without significant tax implications if the value of the land is within the annual gift tax exclusion limit, which is $16,000 per recipient as of... View More
I was in a relationship for over 8 years and engaged but never got married. During this relationship me and my partner bought a house but my name was not on the title and mortgage but I paid half towards everything i.e mortgage, utilities, property tax etc. We are now breaking up. Can you let me... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2024
I'm afraid you don't have many good options outside of what you may be able to negotiate. Legally, you are a tenant. While you certainly are not obligated for the mortgage or taxes, you're also not entitled to any share of the equity. Had your name also been on the deed, then you... View More
Tornado. Insurance company doesn't want to pay I'm going to be homeless and I have no food, money or gas to go apply for disaster relief
answered on Jul 15, 2024
You may need a lawyer if your insurance company isn't upholding its end of your insurance policy.
One child and spouse moved in home and continued making loan payments. It is now 12 years later and he feels the house is his alone. Do the other 3 siblings have any claim on home and land?
answered on Jul 10, 2024
If there is a recorded lady bird deed, then all four of you now have ownership interest. The way to "settle" this is to file a copy of the death certificate, along with a new deed listing you all as owners. While that would settle the legal question of ownership, it doesn't sound... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2024
You'll want to engage a real estate attorney quickly who can advise you whether and how to stop the closing. With the money and other legal stakes involved, this is not something you just do hoping your suspicions are accurate.
Is this legal? Could you point me to any relevant statutes too? Is the promise enforceable (nothing written so I guess no)?
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answered on Jul 3, 2024
Owner will probably refuse to convey to you as the oral promise violates the Statute of Frauds. Hopefully you have some sort of memorandum signed by owner. Consult with a MI attorney to draft a deed and attempt to tender the money for the deed.
Purchase was 10 years ago, and under market value. Any statutes apply? Michigan
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answered on Jun 27, 2024
Seller can convey to who he wants. But get a MI attorney to search the title and draft the Deed.
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