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Q: I want to stop the sale of my aunt's home. She passed away and didn't have a will house is paid for what can I do?

I want to stop the sale of my aunt's home. She passed away and didn't have a will I was living with her for several years and she was my legal guardian at a point. Do I have any rights? Is there anything I can do?

Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Jul 12, 2017

You can go to the probate court where the estate is being probated and state your case to the judge. If you are not an heir and have no right to assets of the estate, then i'd say you're likely out of luck. If you live there without a lease agreement then the estate administrator likely... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Real Estate Law and Small Claims for Connecticut on
Q: ow do I get rid of an abandoned truck on my property? My daughters bf parked it there and i don't know who owns it

it is a big dump type truck with a big snow plow on front. it doesn't run to my knowledge. i don't think he owns it and i don't know where they are living now to get in touch with them. it has been here for over a year. they were living in my house until i tossed them to the curb 5 months ago.

Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Jul 12, 2017

Have it towed.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: Buyer never responded to our response after inspection report and now its past the dead line.

Buyer highlighted things she wanted addressed in inspection report. We addressed each item say what we would fix and what we wouldn't. The buyer never responded and it's now past the date, what happens next?

Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Jul 12, 2017

seek the help of the real estate attorney you hired for the closing. They should be assisting you with this issue.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: Looking to start LLC to finance other business ventures down the road. How should we set it up given situation?

I just graduated college and got a salaried job. My fiance is currently in school and will be finishing nxt year. We want to start a business on paper so that we can invest in other businesses. We want to eventually purchase a car wash. We're interested in purchasing 3family duplex to generate... View More

Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Jul 12, 2017

Seek the help of a business attorney who can properly advise you.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: If my mother had a mortgage in her name only, but my name is on the deed am I obligated for the mortgage upon her death.

Deed was in survivorship. Can't afford to keep it wondering what to do

Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Jul 12, 2017

Generally, no you're not liable for the mortgage. However if you were added to the deed after the mortgage was given, the mortgage comes before your interest in the property so to keep the property you would have to make payment/refinance and take over the loan, or sell and pay off the loan.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Landlord - Tenant and Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: Hi.Do I have to reimburse my live-in boyfriend for money he invested in my home's renovations after we separate?

We both contributed money to the renovation of my home. My boyfriend, I believe, is legally considered a tenant. He pays me rent every month and I pay for everything else. We are separating and he wants me to compensate him for the money that he contributed to the renovations. 1.) Do I have to... View More

Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Jul 12, 2017

You need to consult with an attorney on this. You have too many specific questions to get a legal answer online. Attorneys will not feel comfortable providing answers that you may follow through with without getting the full facts and circumstances. This can turn into a complicated situation so my... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Probate, Estate Planning, Real Estate Law and Collections for Connecticut on
Q: What happens when you find the original will after probate judge deems you execute it, but you are sole benefactr in wil

My mother died, I was deemed executrix of estate when no will as found. At that time, I discovered for 25+ years, she put me on property title as half owner since 1988. So, However, the will was ultimately found and I was deemed sole beneficiary of his property and assets. I filed the... View More

Kenneth V Zichi
Kenneth V Zichi
answered on Mar 18, 2017

You've scrambled pronouns around so it is hard to determine who you are talking about with 'his' property ... both you and your mother are female, right? If Probate is still open and property not yet distributed, it is simply a matter of having the new will 'admitted' for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Municipal Law and Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: How do I file an appeal with the superior Court over my town's unfair assessment of my property?

The town has unfairly assessed my property; I filled out the petitiion to the board of assessment appeals as required to be given a hearing, was never given a hearing, and simply received a letter that the decision was made that my appeal would be denied. No hearing. The letter says I can appeal... View More

Sally A. Roberts
Sally A. Roberts
answered on Aug 14, 2016

The time frame is jurisdictional and strictly construed. The appeals forms might be available online. I would consult an attorney in your town if you still have time so you can meet the deadline. The forms for administrative appeals are completely different that those for a civil action. For... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: Can 2 or more unrelated people buy property in Florida
Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Mar 16, 2016

You should ask this in the Florida questions section to get a state specific answer to your question. Good Luck!

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: what does real property mean?
Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Mar 16, 2016

real property is property that is fixed to a piece of land. Typically this is a house built on a plot of land.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: I have property in Montgomery Co.,TX. A cabin owned by someone else has been there for over 5 yrs without paying rent.

The owners of the cabin have since passed away. What are my rights to the cabin? There is no title, but there is a certificate of ownership by the deceased.

Nicole M. Camporeale
Nicole M. Camporeale
answered on Mar 16, 2016

You should ask this question in the Texas section to get a state specific answer- Good luck!

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