Apparently he didn't have any kids people that he would have left it to as far as I've been told it's been vacant for a very long time and nobody's really done anything except for them putting a sign that says substandable with black letters on the board that says no rest not... Read more »
answered on May 22, 2023
Hire a NM attorney to search the title, then check on tax payments. An heirship determination will have to be made. If no tax sale or foreclosure is imminent, then try to purchase a Deed from all tenants in common heirs. Property may not be worth the trouble.
In 3/22, a civil complaint was filed against me, which I responded and now the plaintiff has hired an attorney, 5/17/23, which filed an amended civil complaint. What is the rules to follow now? Is this not a new complaint?
answered on May 3, 2023
If you only have a Lease with Option to Purchase, then you do not own real property, only a contract right. That would be personal property which you could reaffirm or discharge. If you are the land owner, then that could easily be property of the BR Estate. If debt is in default, the... Read more »
Looking to buy in New Mexico.
answered on Apr 10, 2023
Hire a NM attorney to search the TITLE prior to even signing a contract to purchase. Then ask attorney to assist with any conveyance.
I've received a three day eviction notice from persons claiming to be the new owner of the property I live on
answered on Mar 26, 2023
Typically, when a property is sold where a tenant is residing, the new owner assumes the lease if there is one. If there is no lease, then the tenant is on a month to month lease and notice by either party is much shorter (usually 30-60 days depending on the how long the tenant has lived there).... Read more »
What do I have to do to be able to move in
answered on Feb 8, 2023
Hire a NM attorney to draft a Quit Claim Deed from you two over to your Daughter. Execute it properly and record it. There may be tax consequences which should be examined first if the property is valuable. It may have a mortgage or lien on it now.
Who is responsible for notifying Producer of royalties of ownership change? Is a separate deed required?
answered on Oct 3, 2022
Oil and Gas are definitely Minerals anywhere. As the Seller you might notify the State so you are not taxed or regulated in the future.
answered on Jul 20, 2022
Your question cannot be answered without reviewing the trust instrument, but typically the answer would be no, the trustee does not require beneficiary consent to sell property.
I do not wish to satisfy this judgement because the plaintiff was in the wrong, but she could hire an attorney, whereas I literally have no money. I am expecting a check from rental assistance that I want to protect from this judgement but I'm afraid that if I open an account at a different... Read more »
answered on Mar 30, 2022
Judgment Creditor can ask you under oath where your property is. Become familiar with NM Exemption rights. Remember this is a public forum.
answered on Oct 25, 2021
You will need a NM attorney that actually litigates real property. Title Searches will have to be performed first, and you may need a competent contractor to testify about the feasibility and expense of creating access. It will be an expensive and difficult Case, so purchasing a ROW is usually... Read more »
If no will or papers.
answered on Jul 6, 2021
Usually yes as the granddaughter might be an heir, while the daughter in law would only be a possible heir of her husband.
answered on Jun 23, 2021
No... If the Deed is just as you said then they are tenants in common. Hire a TX attorney to examine the Deed and possibly search the title.
Not all my other brothers and sisters have given him their part of the house.
Meanwhile the house is falling into serious and bad disrepair. Litteraly falling down.
He has become a hoarder to the point that the city cited him and ordered him to clean the house and property up.... Read more »
answered on Apr 21, 2021
Hire a competent attorney for prosecute an Action for a Sale for Partition.
answered on Dec 21, 2020
The simple answer is no. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in asset protection if that is your highest priority.
And have locked their gate so I have no access to my survey marker. What do I do? I need to put fencing and force them to move their things
answered on Aug 7, 2020
You will probably have to file an Action for a Boundary Dispute and Trespass. Do not wait long or the gate will become the new boundary.
the seller kept delaying with all kinds of excuses. On Sunday, 6/28 she asked to delay closing for a couple of weeks. We agreed and I immediately emailed Pioneer Title in Alamogordo informing them that she wanted to delay closing. On monday, 6/29 the seller texted that she was canceling the... Read more »
answered on Jul 1, 2020
Read your sale contract first. If you want the property and it does not appear the seller can disregard the sale, then hire a competent attorney to sue for specific performance. File suit while the earnest money is still in escrow, with the escrowee an included party (plaintiff or defendant).
This is for assessing property taxes.
answered on Dec 28, 2019
I’m not entirely sure what you’re asking. The “homestead exemption” in New Mexico offers protection when debts are being collected from an individual...creditors are unable to force someone from their home to pay a debt (up to $60,000 is protected from creditors in these situations, see... Read more »
This was not discussed and it was removed while under contract
answered on Oct 2, 2019
That was a big mistake, the final inspection should be conducted BEFORE you turn over the purchase monies to the Seller.
Real Estate Contract
This contract is made on May 28, 2019, by *** and *** (Seller) and *** and *** (Buyer)
Seller agrees to see to buyer the following described Real Estate: The Property address is ****** , Las Cruces, NM 88011. The Property is located in *** Subdivision (legal... Read more »
answered on Jul 8, 2019
Lawyers are very intelligent and highly trained professionals--but we are not soothsayers; nor do we do crystal balls. Therefore, I am constrained by a fundamental law of the universe (being unable to know what the future may bring) and am unable to opine on your current dilemma. Advice: wait and... Read more »
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