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Thank you for reading my question. A family member has died. He owned a commercial property. There has been a criminal on the property for several years that needs to be evicted. The property has not been transferred yet to the beneficiary of the estate. Can a letter asking criminal to vacate be... View More 
answered on Sep 14, 2024
The eviction will take place in the name of the personal representative of the estate of the deceased. The personal representative has the authority to oversee the property of the estate and make financial decisions on behalf of the estate until the estate has been settled.
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i went through probate i am trying to get the documents from this case, it says not available to view. how can I get my
records.
answered on Sep 7, 2024
You will have to ask your attorney for copies, or you will have to contact the clerk of the court and request and pay for copies of the documents that you need.
Rental apartment complex is not part of our community. Construction is causing grief and trouble with residents. They feel that our community will not be as safe and secure as promised by builder and the construction is causing traffic and damage to our common area. Elder residents don't... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2024
You and your neighbors can gather a big pot of money and go looking for a law firm to take up your cause.
it is a public official that knows the answers but does not want to give the answers just to be difficult and uncooperative/
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answered on Aug 22, 2024
Usually you move the Court to compel the party to answer the interrogatories. If an order issues and is not complied with, then you ask the Court to hold him in contempt.
My main concern is finding a property that is suitable and sustainable long term. Due to the legal nature of outdoor shooting ranges, professional help is needed to identify potential properties.
answered on Aug 20, 2024
You probably don't need some sort of specialist. You, your realtor, or agent should check with the zoning or building code office in your area.
i also served interrogatories and they gave "fake" answers .can i reserve the interogatories again. it is a public official that knows the answers but does not want to give the answers just to be difficult and uncooperative/
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answered on Aug 19, 2024
You will have to argue your Motion in Court...
I received a mail from the Tax Collector that is 3 real estate homestead penalty from the government for 2021, 2022, and 2023 and amount total is $9,600. However, those years of my mortgage statement shows that the taxes were paid.
Do I need to go to the office of the property appraiser to... View More
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answered on Aug 17, 2024
First, carefully review your mortgage statements to confirm that the taxes were indeed paid for those years. Ensure you have all the necessary documentation showing the payments, including receipts or confirmations from your mortgage company. Sometimes, there could be an administrative error or... View More
HOA supposedly mistakenly granted a variance to a new neighbor for a fence that exceeds the allowed height for a conservation lot, that essentially drops my property value by the tens of thousands of dollars we are all HOA members that signed the same binding legal contract so why does he get to... View More
answered on Aug 16, 2024
Yes, it appears that you can sue for an injunction prohibiting him from having a fence taller than 4 feet, if that is what the covenants prohibit.
Lines were there for over 20+ years unknown to me (possibly to him) when our houses were bought. Neighbor suddenly "discovered" a leak on his property next to but not under pavers and DIY turned off my water supply at the meter. Don't know if neighbor actually CAUSED the leak or how... View More
answered on Aug 15, 2024
It looks like you have a prescriptive easement. At any rate, you would not be waiving any rights were you to decide to repair the water line.
The deed and mortgage are in my aunt and her husband's name. They want to add me to the deed. Do I need a quitclaim deed or some other document to do this? I keep finding 'free' quitclaim deeds online but at the end they ask you to pay. I don't mind paying but I need to know if... View More
answered on Aug 15, 2024
You want to name your aunt and uncle as "grantors", and all three of you would be named as "grantees".
Judgment Lien Certificate is filed with the state and county that the real estate property is located in.
Do I need to also file a lien on the specific real estate property owned by the debtor to secure my creditor interest in this property?
If so, how does one do that online?
answered on Jul 9, 2024
In many, if not all counties, the judgment is recorded by the clerk of court and thus becomes a lien. Check with the clerk in your county to see what else, if anything, you should do.
I'm in the process of buying property in Puerto Rico that has a small house that was never registered, how do i register it? The house has been there from what i was told 15+ years and they don't have any construction plans for the home as the owner is deceased. What is the process to... View More
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answered on Jun 27, 2024
Post your question in PR not FL. You will definitely need a PR attorney to handle this.
answered on Jun 22, 2024
The term "squatter" is not used in the bill. See:
https://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Documents/loaddoc.aspx?FileName=_h0621er.docx&DocumentType=Bill&BillNumber=0621&Session=2024
My Case Number in Collier County of the twenties Circuit is: 2023-CA-309.
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answered on May 30, 2024
We are a real estate attorney, title company and litigation firm that practices in the entire state of Florida. How can we assist you
answered on May 19, 2024
I recommend that everyone who buys or sells real estate in Florida have a lawyer represent them in the transaction. There is no set fee because every lawyer is different.
answered on May 9, 2024
You may lose your homestead exemption. Hire an attorney to review your situation and advise you on the best course of action.
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answered on May 3, 2024
Absolutely not if residential. That’s calls self help eviction and very frowned upon. Speak to a lawyer to assist you
How do I request a hearing with the Judge to show that Plaintiff (my mom), who was granted final judgment. Plaintiff utillized coercion to keep me quiet. She sent text messages to my sister saying if I dont sign over the deed she will make it her job, day in and day out to have my son taken from... View More
answered on May 2, 2024
This is not a do-it-yourself project. Your description of how this is being handled calls into question your ability to protect your home from being foreclosed. Consult with a local foreclosure defense attorney as soon as possible.
answered on Apr 11, 2024
Do you need one? No. Should you have an attorney prepare a loan document? Yes, if the amount is worth it.
Remember the cardinal rule about loaning people money: **Never loan to anyone money that you cannot afford to lose**.
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