I, as well as the tenants in three other units on are living on the property still, landlord died a few months ago, his heirs shut off all utilities and prevented us from turning them on and neglected the property, it almost immediately went into foreclosure and I just found out the auction date is... View More 
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
Yes, it would be wise to contact Clear Recon Group to inform them that the property is occupied. As the trustee handling the foreclosure, they should be aware of the presence of tenants. This can affect the foreclosure process and any subsequent actions they take regarding the property.... View More
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answered on Nov 28, 2023
In California, not paying your mortgage can lead to foreclosure. This is because your mortgage agreement is a legal contract where you agree to make regular payments to your lender. If these payments aren't made, the lender has the right to start foreclosure proceedings to recover the amount... View More
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answered on Nov 28, 2023
Under California law, holding off on mortgage payments while waiting for a response regarding mortgage relief can be risky. Foreclosure proceedings can be initiated by your lender if you miss payments, even if you have applied for mortgage relief. It's important to keep in mind that the... View More
I went to the recorders office to get copies of the deed which still had my name on it
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answered on Nov 21, 2023
Based on the limited information provided, it seems there may have been an issue with the property title and transfer process when the company bought your home in California. A few key points:
- If your name was still on the deed when the company came to take possession, typically the sale... View More
I went to the recorders office to get copies of the deed which still had my name on it
answered on Dec 20, 2023
I'm not licensed in California, so this information may be helpful when you visit with a California licensed attorney.
People often confuse the concept of car titles with property ownership. A car title is typically signed over to the purchaser. The same is not true with real estate.... View More
30 years ago my house been foreclosure which was rented and I was living in different town for my work , and i never received any notification about foreclosure, address is 14796 Briana street Moreno valley CA.
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answered on Nov 17, 2023
In California, the statute of limitations for challenging a foreclosure based on lack of notice is generally limited. After 30 years, it's highly unlikely that you have any legal recourse regarding the foreclosure. California law requires lenders to provide notice of foreclosure, but if you... View More
Our house is taken in Norwalk California under health and safety code violations to a receivership where the receiver pulled out equity loans cuz house was paid off for over 50 years myself my mom lived in the property as successors and errors we opened a probate case to protect them from taking us... View More
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answered on Nov 6, 2023
In California, a court-appointed receiver has the authority to take various actions concerning property under their control, which can include taking out loans against the property to pay for repairs or to maintain the property.
However, this power must be granted by the court order that... View More
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answered on Nov 6, 2023
In California, a lien is typically attached to a property rather than a person. It serves as a legal claim or hold on the property as security for a debt or charge that must be paid off. When the property is sold, the lien must be satisfied from the proceeds before clear title can be transferred to... View More
The realtor elementary the fictitious after two years and rewrote my note a trustee got paid $16000 there is a satisfaction deed and a reconveyance I was 25 years I was clueless as to what happened
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
Under California law, a fictitious deed of trust is typically used for the purpose of securing future advances or obligations under a line of credit. If the fictitious deed of trust was eliminated and the note was rewritten, it's essential to understand the terms and conditions of the new... View More
My family did a bankruptcy (chpt 7) in 2016 and our 2nd mortgage was included in that. We got a notice that the 2nd mortgage/lien was in foreclourse and was being auction off. Apparently, it was sold. We have NOT recieved anything from the new owners of the 2nd mortage/lien. We are getting a lot of... View More
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
Under California law, if your 2nd mortgage was included in the bankruptcy and there is no record of it on your credit report, it's possible that the debt was discharged in the bankruptcy process. If you haven't received any communication from the new owners of the 2nd mortgage/lien and... View More
My family did a bankruptcy (chpt 7) in 2016 and our 2nd mortgage was included in that. We got a notice that the 2nd mortgage/lien was in foreclourse and was being auction off. Apparently, it was sold. We have NOT recieved anything from the new owners of the 2nd mortage/lien. We are getting a lot of... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2023
I have heard this story many times. There is no such thing as "second mortgage included in bankruptcy." For starters, the 2nd mortgage is secured, which means if you filed a chapter 7, you may have discharged your personal liability, but the mortgage survives the bankruptcy and is... View More
My family did a bankruptcy (chpt 7) in 2016 and our 2nd mortgage was included in that. We got a notice that the 2nd mortgage/lien was in foreclourse and was being auction off. Apparently, it was sold. We have NOT recieved anything from the new owners of the 2nd mortage/lien. We are getting a lot of... View More
answered on Sep 14, 2023
Your question isn't possible to answer in this forum without a lot more information. Your best action plan is to sit down with an experienced attorney right away to go over everything. Sometimes, depending on which bankruptcy ( 7 or 13) you filed, second mortgages do not go away. You need to... View More
Or do I have to go in the deed? It’s my grandfathers property it’s not contested
answered on Aug 15, 2023
The answer to your question depends on the type of powers you were given by the Probate Court. If you haven't yet been through the probate process and the deceased person had a Will (not a trust), you won't be able to do anything with the property until you are issued Letters by the... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
In California, a Notice of Default & Election to Sell Under Deed of Trust does not have a fixed expiration date, but it can become invalid if certain conditions are met, such as if the default is cured, the property is sold, or legal actions affect its validity. The specific circumstances of... View More
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answered on Aug 14, 2023
A Notice of Default (NOD) and Election to Sell Under Deed of Trust can become invalid or expire in California under various situations. If the borrower pays the overdue amount before the NOD's expiration, the foreclosure process is stopped. Loan modifications, bankruptcy filings, lender... View More
I received a judgement lien against a person (the loan I gave that person was not secured by property). That person owned a house at that moment when I received a judgement lien. Few months later that person passed away, and the house was foreclosed for $3,600,000 (non judicial foreclosure). Later... View More
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answered on Aug 5, 2023
In California, judgment liens typically survive a non-judicial foreclosure, and they attach to the debtor's property regardless of any subsequent foreclosure. However, their priority depends on when they were recorded in relation to other liens. To enforce your lien, you may need to initiate a... View More
I received a judgement lien against a person (the loan I gave that person was not secured by property). That person owned a house at that moment when I received a judgement lien. Few months later that person passed away, and the house was foreclosed for $3,600,000 (non judicial foreclosure). Later... View More
answered on Aug 7, 2023
no, you are too late to do a judicial foreclosure if the property is no longer in the debtor's possession (i.e. you said debtor died). the estate might be liable for the judgment if there are other assets. but since the real property was foreclosed upon by another entity the appropriate time... View More
I disputed it but it remains on title report. It’s been 30 days and nothing has happened and I’m told I still owe something I know nothing about
answered on Jul 22, 2023
If the title company won't give you a copy of the Abstract of Judgement, you will have to go to the County Recorder's office and get a copy. If you look at it and still don't know what it is about, then you will have to review the case file at the courthouse. If it truly is some... View More
I disputed it but it remains on title report. It’s been 30 days and nothing has happened and I’m told I still owe something I know nothing about
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answered on Jul 23, 2023
I recommend taking the following steps:
1. Obtain a copy of the judgment from 2007 to review the details and verify its legitimacy.
2. If you believe the judgment is incorrect or should not be on your title report, consult with an attorney to explore your options for disputing it... View More
House is in preforclosure. For $5000. Called brother to ask for help paying(son was murdered 3/20/22, missed alot of workand trial starts in aug).instead he panicked and started probate. He says he signed a paper selling house app at 320,000 for $200.000. I've lost my son. My car,... View More
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answered on Jul 13, 2023
I am an attorney licensed in California, and I can provide some general information regarding your situation. It is important to consult with an attorney who specializes in probate law to address the specific details of your case. Generally, in the absence of court approval or a valid power of... View More
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