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I lived in the house on the property with my wife for 7 years with the garage on same property. The land stayed in her mother's name but all was in agreement that the land was hers and mine. I put a roof heating and air system and several other things in the house and paid for all of it... View More 
We bought our house in 1991. The County of Durham listed the living area of the house as 4117 square feet. Recently, we applied for a reverse mortgage on the house; at that time, the appraisal indicated that the living space in our house was 3355 square feet. In other words, we have been paying... View More
My grandmother passed away and had a notarized will leaving everything to me. My grandfather is in a nursing home and is aware of the will and the reasoning behind it. He agreed to deed the house to me, we had the same notary come to the nursing home with all necessary paperwork and he signed. The... View More
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answered on Dec 30, 2024
There may be grounds to set aside the Deed but you probably will not know until sued. Was GM's Will probated? If not, it means nothing. Hire a NC to search the title and determine the present estate, which will be scrutinized if you are sued. Do not hire notaries to draft deeds.
My grandmother passed away and had a notarized will leaving everything to me. My grandfather is in a nursing home and is aware of the will and the reasoning behind it. He agreed to deed the house to me, we had the same notary come to the nursing home with all necessary paperwork and he signed. The... View More
I asked for key to be returned in Oct via police, but was given wrong key. And I didn't want to have landlord change locks so I didn't mention it to them. But I was gone about 3.5 weeks to return an pack my stuff an it was missing as well as damaged stuff. Law enforcement said it... View More
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answered on Dec 16, 2024
That will be a property tort action. You will need an attorney and some type of expert witness as to causation and damages. It will be expensive and difficult. Be certain of your tortious defendant, or at least sue all interested parties.
answered on Dec 3, 2024
What are you asking? I'd contact the closing attorney and find out what is going on.
I am looking to make an offer on a house in Alamance County, NC. The house has a sizable addition that is only half built. That is, the addition still needs all the finishing work completed, i.e., insulation, drywall, flooring, trim, painting, and HVAC including duct work.
I am... View More
answered on Nov 26, 2024
1. You would become liable for any resulting injuries or harm due to the code violations, and the work done without a permit. Further, you may be subject to inspection and requirement to correct by the governing bodies.
2. It may be difficult to sell the house. Your liabilities may extend... View More
My father died without a will and his wife(StepMom) passed 3 years later. The Deed states that it was Joint Tenancy with Rights of Survivorship.
answered on Nov 18, 2024
When property is purchased by a married couple in NC, it is assumed they own it as Tenants by the Entirety. Based on your representations, it would appear that when your father died, the property would pass to his surviving wife. When she died, it would go to her heirs, and you would not inherit.
We no longer wish to continue paying the annual maintenance fee and membership dues. Time share cancellation companies cost too much to bother with. Can we simply stop paying the annual fee and dues without serious legal ramifications? Please advise ASAP? Thank you.
answered on Dec 3, 2024
My assumption is that the contract that you have entered into is valid. Review the document to see if there are any cancellation provisions. If so, that may give you a way out or some severance agreement/process. Call the company and see if they have a way out. If not, you are bound to the... View More
One child is still living. One child is now deceased with one heir. The other child is deceased with 3 heirs. How is the property ownership allocated today?
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
3/6, 1/6, 1/6, 1/6 If GF had a surviving spouse, then heirship will be different.
We have proof that we paid our contractor for the services.
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
If the summary judgment has already been entered, you must immediately hire a NC attorney to file a Rule 59 Motion, or some other Motions, to try to keep the house. Claiming exemptions or filing bankruptcy may be necessary.
Can we claim rights to part of property we have kept up if in fact it is on her land? Can we sue for cost of having to take house off market?
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
Hire a NC attorney to search both titles. Hire Surveyor to give his opinion of boundary line corners. Then you may need to file a Boundary Dispute action unless you and the other landowner can agree to a recorded boundary agreement. It does not sound like damages can be sought.
Hi, i bought a new house from a builder, after 2 months we noticed there was a leak in the kitchen with no visible signs from day one, which caused significant damage to the home( upto the floor joist, sub floor with mold all over ) so while they were fixing we moved out and rented a temp... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2024
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for almost a month. It could depend on what the warranty outlines in its protections and remedies, and an impartial opinion as to the hazard presented by the water damage. An option that might be worth exploring is whether... View More
are no will or papers for the land in Yauco, P.R however, there is only a document signed by lawyer with my moms signature on it. My mother currently lives in NYC. Can she still claim the land as the only heir?
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answered on Sep 24, 2024
You will need to hire a PR attorney. Start checking with those here on Justia.
I am 13 and looking to get into real estate to make a steady income but don't know we're to start or if I can get into investing in property's right now or if I have to wait.
answered on Sep 21, 2024
There is no age requirement for owning property in NC. To enter a binding contract to purchase or sell property, the minimum age requirement is 18. Similarly, banks require you to be 18 to sign a mortgage, again, because it is a contract.
He was originally from North Carolina but had to come to MD when my grandmother became ill and remained here in MD until his death. He was in a nursing home in MD at the time of his death and owned no property here. I was told to open and close an estate in MD. Now I need to have my name placed on... View More
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answered on Sep 4, 2024
You need a MD attorney to determine heirship and prepare an Affidavit of Heirship, if he lived any MD more than a month or so. Then get a NC attorney to record the Affidavit (or do it yourself properly) to show the world you are the sole heir and owner. Taxes need to be paid in your name. If... View More
He has made a drain field (capital improvement (?)) in the area that would be on my property if the fence was moved. The fence has been in the wrong place for 15 years (at least).
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answered on Aug 30, 2024
Unfortunately you have probably acquiesced to the ascertainable boundary line. You can sue for ejectment, boundary dispute, trespass, etc., but the defendant may prevail. You will need a surveyor as your witness.
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answered on Aug 29, 2024
Hello and thanks for your question. The duration of a partition action in North Carolina can vary based on several procedural steps and statutory requirements. Initially, if the court determines that the petitioner is entitled to relief, it will appoint three disinterested commissioners who must... View More
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