The defendant owed the Plantiff for work done on a piece of property. She put the property up as collateral in mediation and said she would give it to the Plantiff if she defaulted. She made a payment towards the past due after signing and the mediation agreement was put into record for the... View More 
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answered on Nov 30, 2023
Under California law, a mediation agreement reached during small claims court is generally considered a legally binding contract. When both parties sign a mediation agreement, they are agreeing to its terms and conditions, and it becomes enforceable.
In your situation, where the defendant... View More
I was coerced by my domestic partner to add him onto the deed of my house that I inherited from my father. He tricked me and the papers were signed under duress.
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answered on Nov 30, 2023
Under California law, if you were coerced into adding someone to the deed of your house, you have grounds to challenge the validity of that deed. Coercion and duress are recognized as legitimate reasons to rescind a legal document like a grant deed.
To proceed, it's essential to gather... View More
I submitted an offer to buy a condo in CA. The seller failed to sign the original purchase agreement and contract to me or my agent, but did send a counter offer that we both agreed to. This went through 2 rounds, in which both counter offers were signed and agreed to by both parties. Is the offer... View More
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
In California real estate transactions, the enforceability of a counter offer in the absence of a signed original purchase agreement can be complex. Generally, a real estate contract, including a purchase agreement, becomes binding when both parties agree to the terms and signify this through their... View More
My previous neighbor was an ex correctional officer and she's been working with people in the justice system to steal from me. She's not a relative. It's taking me a long time to get my justice because of this. The situation is currently under investigation due to this being a Rico... View More
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
In your situation, it's important to consult with an attorney experienced in estate and property law. They can help you understand your rights regarding inheritance and investigate any potential theft or fraud. Given the complexity of your case, especially with the involvement of someone... View More
Hoa and residents are discriminating against me because of my service dog. They proceed to make many false claims about the dog barking all night long, I was able to prove them wrong by taking a video of another dog who was actually barking all night. At that point the HOA president called and... View More
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
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If you're facing discrimination from your HOA due to your service dog, there are several steps you can take. First, gather all evidence of the discrimination and selective enforcement, including the video you took, photographs of other residents' violations that were... 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
Country. Is there a (Free) state website I can go to and find out the REAL value of my property?
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answered on Nov 28, 2023
Assessing the value of property in South Carolina can be approached in several ways, although there's no specific state website that provides an exact "real value" for your property.
One option is to check the county assessor's website where your property is located in... View More
When I arrived to my appellate hearing the Respondent And His Attorney were already in the court room discussing the case then the Respondent walked out and the Bailiff came and called the case upon entry the female judge laughed at me and stuck her tongue out the male judge called the case and... View More
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answered on Nov 27, 2023
In California, appellate courts are expected to maintain a high standard of professionalism and impartiality. If judges exhibited inappropriate behavior, such as laughing at a party or displaying a lack of respect, this could raise serious concerns about judicial misconduct and the fairness of the... View More
understand the lien/foreclosure process and it appears to be designed to protect owners who default on special assessments. What protects those who are following the rules - paying the Special Assessment, if the default owners causes underfunding so that our roofs cannot be redone.
what are... View More
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answered on Nov 26, 2023
In California, if you're part of an over-55 homeowners association (HOA) and are facing issues with a special assessment, your rights as a paying owner are governed by the HOA's governing documents and state law.
When some owners default on their special assessment payments, the... View More
had a Butane honey pot lab in it 2 renters ago. There was an incident that occurred which involved police, fire and the street being blocked off and one of the tenants skipped town. Should this have been disclosed to us prior to purchase and if so what recourse do we (Spouse and I) have?
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answered on Nov 25, 2023
Under California law, sellers are required to disclose to potential buyers any known material facts that could affect the value or desirability of the property. This includes a history of drug manufacturing on the property, as it can pose health hazards and potentially impact the property's... View More
My mother passed away recently without a will. The property has a reverse mortgage balance. We were given two options either to sell the house or refinance. Her residence was in co-ownership. Per the deed, she left her portion to her heir which is myself. My Aunt is asking for the property to be... View More
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
In California, when inheriting property, it's crucial to understand your legal rights and options. Since the property was co-owned by your mother, and you are her heir, you have a rightful claim to her share. Before signing over any part of the property, it's highly advisable to consult... View More
My mother passed away recently without a will. The property has a reverse mortgage balance. We were given two options either to sell the house or refinance. Her residence was in co-ownership. Per the deed, she left her portion to her heir which is myself. My Aunt is asking for the property to be... View More
answered on Nov 29, 2023
There are a number of legal issues here. First, no one can verbally give away rights to real estate. The law says that all transfers of real estate MUST be in writing and signed by the person who is giving up their rights to the property. So, any verbal statement your mother made about you... View More
Bridge is located in a subdivision and used by many residents. Every attempt to reconstruct and repair the bridge gets demolished by one person who also lives in same subdivision. Do we other residents have any legal recourse?
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answered on Nov 22, 2023
Under California law, if a private road and bridge in a subdivision are used by multiple residents, no single individual typically has the unilateral right to remove or damage the bridge. This is especially true if the bridge is considered a common area or is under a homeowners' association... 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 was notified after 6 months of his passing. The court never notified me, and they appointed a receiver.
His property has 2 county code violations. I'm currently the administrator of his estate.
I'm capable of resolving the violations and having the home and property... View More
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answered on Nov 21, 2023
Under California law, to remove a court-appointed receiver from an estate, you, as the estate's administrator, must petition the court that appointed the receiver. This petition should demonstrate your ability to manage the estate's affairs, specifically addressing the resolution of the... View More
Hello. We are tenants in common with three other parties. After going over the will I believe there is an error with one of the tenants actually being a tenant in common.
Here is what the will says:
“I give this 1/4 acre (most southwest) of my real property to “XX.”... View More
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answered on Nov 21, 2023
Under California law, the interpretation of a will's provisions depends on the specific language used and the intent of the testator. In the scenario you've described, it appears that "XX" is being given a specific portion of the property (the 1/4 acre southwest section)... View More
The on site management team did their annual fire inspection this year and claimed that one of the rooms is illegal and the previous owners from 7 years ago had built it without approval. They made no mention of the room before this year. I had no prior knowledge of the room being illegal before... View More
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answered on Nov 20, 2023
Under California law, when you purchased the condo "as-is," you may have some legal protections. Generally, sellers must disclose any known defects or issues with the property. If the previous owners didn't disclose the illegal room, and you had no prior knowledge of it, you might... View More
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
Under California law, there is generally no specific statute of limitations for a homeowners association's CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions). CC&Rs are legally binding documents that govern a community's rules and regulations, and they are typically designed to... View More
I will be receiving the house in the marital settlement agreement. Do I need to file an interspousal transfer deed or a grant deed to reflect the 3 remaining joint tenant without triggering reassessment. I live in California.
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answered on Nov 17, 2023
In California, when transferring property due to a divorce, it is common to use an interspousal transfer deed. This type of deed is specifically designed for transferring property between spouses and can prevent the transaction from being considered a change in ownership that triggers reassessment... View More
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