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My previous neighbor moved his fence 6 feet onto my property without my knowledge and sold the house before I realized it. The new owners have a county property map that inaccurately supports their belief that the fence is correctly placed. I have Google Maps images showing a surveyor's... View More 
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answered on Mar 29, 2025
You have to hire a PA lawyer to file suit for a boundary dispute. But first get a boundary line survey to find where the boundary and corners. Mark them. Using tax maps is not going to work. Otherwise you acquiesce to the ascertainable boundary (fence).
I am a surplus recovery agent based in Cleveland and am seeking to hire an attorney immediately to assist the only remaining heir in recovering excess surplus after a mortgage foreclosure in Allegheny County. Are there any attorneys available for this type of work?
My granddaughter, who moved out in November, took some of her belongings with her. She returned in March to collect the rest, but only took a portion and was supposed to return the same day for the rest. However, she hasn't come back, and her remaining belongings (boxes and bags of clothes,... View More
My great-grandmother's property in Puerto Rico was divided among her descendants according to a blueprint, but the official title remains in her name. All siblings, including my father, agreed to the division and built on their respective parts. However, my father's portion was destroyed... View More
answered on Mar 26, 2025
You may have better chances of a response by reposting this under "Puerto Rico." Based on your post, the property appears to be situated in Puerto Rico. The attorneys who practice in Puerto Rico would have better insight into this. You could also add the categories "Probate" and... View More
I have an apartment with my soon-to-be ex-girlfriend of 13 years, and both of our names are on the lease. She recently cheated and left me and our two kids for two months, then returned. Our daughter prefers that her mom leave and that I stay in the apartment. I have a complete work history and... View More
I am facing a real estate issue involving my late mother's property in Yeadon, PA, which is jointly in her name and my estranged father's name. They never officially divorced, but he left the house in the early 90s. As the executor, my brothers and I wish to sell the house, for which I... View More
I signed a contract with a realtor on December 9, 2024, to sell my house with a closing date set for March 9, 2025. The closing date has passed, and there has been inconsistent communication from the realtor, making me frustrated. The contract has no termination provision, and I've been unable... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2025
I cannot answer without seeing the complete listing agreement.
Today at 6 PM, I was driving on the Pennsylvania Turnpike with my car registered in New Jersey. An officer pulled me over and issued five tickets, one of which was for not having a front plate, and another was for expired inspection, both relevant to NJ laws, and expired registration. I understand... View More
I am planning to start a sole proprietorship knife sharpening service from my home in Pennsylvania, but I'm not sure where to begin. I would like detailed instructions on the steps I need to take to set up the business, including any specific local permits or zoning regulations I should be... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2025
This service is intended more for one question legal matters. Your request is more in the nature of a request for a conference with an attorney. Such a conference would likely take 1-1/2 to 2 hour of a lawyer's time. You need to set a time with a lawyer for such a conference.
I am involved in a situation concerning a deed to a property originally owned by my great-grandmother. She intends to transfer it to me following her divorce, which occurred in 2020, when a party's name was removed from the deed. I currently have the original deed with an updated stamp... View More
How many children are allowed to live in a two-bedroom apartment in Pennsylvania? I am concerned about housing regulations and lease agreements specific to this state. Are there any specific laws or guidelines I should be aware of regarding occupancy limits?
I own a property in Pennsylvania where I have two storage garages for personal use, and there are no other structures on the property. I don't reside there, but I notice that my neighbors have mailboxes across the street. Can I legally install a personal mailbox on this property?
I added an old acquaintance’s name to my house deed 10 years ago, supposedly for $1, with the understanding that he would own the house when I die, to help him stay in the country. I now want to remove him from the deed and add my three siblings instead. What steps do I need to take to remove his... View More
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answered on Mar 9, 2025
To remove your acquaintance's name from the deed in Pennsylvania, you'll first need to talk with him about voluntarily signing a new deed transferring his interest back to you. Since he was added to your deed willingly, the simplest method now would be for him to execute a "quitclaim... View More
In January, my neighbor in Philadelphia passed away. He created a new will through legal aid with someone named Roseanne, but I don't know its contents, and the person currently living in his house is not someone he would have likely left it to. This individual is selling the belongings. I... View More
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answered on Mar 5, 2025
Contact the Probate Court and ask if there is an administration filed. But you have no standing to do anything. You might want to talk to Decedent's family members.
I am considering bidding on a second chance foreclosure property in Pennsylvania. The auction offers the property with a Special Warranty Deed (Quitclaim) and mentions no warranties. The property has a first and second mortgage, and the total outstanding amount for both is $198,000. If the winning... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2025
When finished (judicial Order confirming sale), a judicial foreclosure removes all liens, and Sheriff pays on taxea, poundage and liens per PA priority.
All liens foreclosed are removed from property and successful bidder gets Sheriff's feed (a quitclaim deed).
If a... View More
I started a lawsuit against Pennsylvania American Water because I was being charged an exorbitant amount for water usage, equivalent to an Olympic-sized pool, for my one-bedroom apartment. My landlord and an independent plumber confirmed there were no leaks or issues with the plumbing.... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2025
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for almost a month. This might be too complex a matter for attorneys to offer a quick and direct response to on a public Q & A forum. If you approached an attorney on this, they're going to want to examine the... View More
Is it procedure to condemn without due process or anything filed is the court?
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answered on Jan 13, 2025
When a local government considers condemning a house, there are specific procedures that must be followed. Typically, this involves inspections to determine if the property violates health or safety codes. Homeowners are usually given notice of any issues and an opportunity to address them before... View More
The deed is only in my dads name, never was in my stepmoms name even after he passed. Would the house be split between me and my step brothers/sisters?
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
It sounds like both father's heirs and step mother's heirs are tenants in common. Hire a PA attorney to search the title.
Lived here 10 months- has not paid anything towards living expenses
Alcoholic and has a gambling issue
Want him to leave
Need to know my rights in PA
No legal agreement or lease in place
Gets very nasty towards me.. verbally abusive language
Need help, pls.
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answered on Dec 30, 2024
Hire a lawyer to file suit for possession only. Do not get in a fight with BF or he will get leverage.
Three NJ resident siblings want to set up a LLC for their recenltly inherited vacation home in Paupack PA in order to spell out financial responsibilities, succession rules, and regulations for using the property. With the approval of the others, one sibling had a NJ lawyer produce a LLC for... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2024
While I think it possible that your sibling misunderstood that the tax preparer (CPA?) actually said, in forty-years of practice, I have never heard of a PA law or rule governing or limiting who may draft LLC documents (other than perhaps the PA Bar, which governs who may practice law within PA).... View More
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