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Top producer and branch manager. Made a wonderful living in the banking industry. Banking License withdrawn under article 12 e. What does that mean? Denied renewal of license to sell in Connecticut too. Poor Credit? Are you allowed to apply for MLO license in the state of NJ or any other... View More 
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answered on May 31, 2017
Your questions are very specific and require review of documents. I suggest you retain an attorney on a limited basis to advise you. If you like I can assist.
My attorneys do not understand real estate and as such do not understand the value of the new info thus I wish to file pro se. Need to know how to address in the motion i am doing the motion pro se
answered on May 25, 2017
How long since sentencing? If within 10 days of your trial date you can ask for a new trial. If within 30 days of disposition you can appeal, if within 90 days you can ask for a modification of sentence. Depending on what court you are in, likely will need to file a coram nobis for a new trial... View More
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answered on May 16, 2017
Sorry, let me rephrase. An excessively high commission can be a percentage, but the amount of money is unlimited and usually tied to good performance
seeing any financial benefit for this excessive trading but he sure is making money off the fees I have to pay him. Is this legal?
answered on May 8, 2017
Churning is unethical.
Depending on what is being done, it may be illegal.
Why don't you take control over the account.
answered on May 3, 2017
What kind of broker? What are the fees for? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on... View More
neutral third party?
answered on May 1, 2017
Most likely, your current securities broker and brokerage firm will not send your account to a third party for an audit, if you make such a request. However, you may independently consult with another securities broker or lawyer to get an opinion on whether the trades are suitable in light of your... View More
I'm still irritated. Do I have any recourse?
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answered on Mar 31, 2017
While this technically appears to be an unauthorized trade the fact that you weren't damaged means there isn't a good case to pursue anything. You probably should just consider finding another broker.
Property is 3rd party approval and agent is claiming bank's online system doesn't allow more than 1 offer to be viewed at a time. We (and our agent) thought all offers has been put forward. What recourse do we have? We are now above asking price.
NJ, Real estate, 3rd party approval
answered on Mar 26, 2017
You really need to speak with an attorney. You have too many moving parts in what appears to be a short sale to get useful advice that would apply to your specific situation from a free advice website. When do you need to close by? What is the bank telling you? Are you scheduled for a sheriff sale?
I bought a home when I was on Active Duty and agent failed to disclose mold. He hid home inspection report from me and sent it as his own disclosure. We have proof he did agent disclosure the same day as home inspection and admit to discussing all issues with home inspector. Broker confirmed the... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2017
Have a lawyer review the related disclosures, contracts, and communications to determine whether fraud occurred here or whether you were responsible to conduct such due diligence investigations of the house via paid professionals. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of... View More
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I was f1 visa student I got married in 2016 us citizen girl , we filled up the applications for the immigration and I got my ssn and the work authorization card ( work permit ) , and we still pending for the first interview , waiting when they will schedule our interview, I found her... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2017
You need to speak to a qualified immigration law attorney. I can advise you that if you want to seek a divorce, you have grounds regardless of any adultery. As far as the implications with respect to your status in this country, please see a qualified immigration attorney or contact a local legal... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2017
The expectation measure of damages, basically the amount that you could have expected to receive had he fulfilled his promise. There's a lot more to proving damages than that, but this is the category of damages I would argue you would be entitled to.
answered on Feb 15, 2017
What kind of promises, guarantees, or warranties were provided to you? Was the broker licensed?More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
Investment broker recommends an investment that turns out to be a fraudulent scheme and broker knew or should have known the project was a scam.
answered on Feb 12, 2017
You may be able to sue for negligence, if not fraud (since you say the broker "knew"). More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
I bought a car from the dealer in 2012 with odometer 36xxx with the loan. In 2017 I cleared my loan and tried to sell my car. Meantime I checked the carfax which shows 100xxx potential odometer rollback done by the dealer.
answered on Feb 9, 2017
For most criminal felony fraud charges the statute of limitations is 3 years. Under some circumstances the SoL can be extended. For civil claims, the exact end date of the fraud could be argued as a continuing matter. Be aware a Carfax "potential" rollback flag does not prove that fraud... View More
For years my accountant had me add up all my sales & all my write offs and off that they would determine what I owe for taxes(payroll, sales & federal/state taxes). Because of that the IRS saw a mistake so I was audited for 2 years at once. My accountant then had told me to get quickbooks... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2017
You may consider a malpractice lawsuit, if facts so justify. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and... View More
We signed a lease and paid the landlord and our broker, but the current tenant will not be out by our lease date and the landlord is discarding our lease and returning our money. However, the broker says he is still entitled to keep his fee because we signed the lease. Is this true?
answered on Jan 30, 2017
Check your contract with the broker. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas... View More
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answered on Jan 30, 2017
Possibly, would need to know a lot more details. This could be a case of buyer beware. Why do you think there may have been something fraudulent or illegal? How high was the fee?
answered on Jan 27, 2017
I see no reason why not. It's good practice, generally. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and... View More
He convinced me he could help with my investments. If the investments haven't done well can I do anything?
answered on Jan 26, 2017
Investments are typically risky and typically come with no warranties. Check your contract. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I... View More
I feel like he blew it and I lost all the money - do I have any options to sue him?
answered on Jan 24, 2017
It depends on whether he's licensed and also the terms of your agreement. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in... View More
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