The lot was own by the hoa, not the developer who was out of the picture. Since it was the hoa that lost the property I feel they have no claims to my property that I purchased in good faith. They claim I have to be in their hoa which I want no part of.
answered on Sep 19, 2022
If the lot is included in the HOA and the HOA properly recorded that fact and the HOA still exists, you're likely 'out of luck'. If you didn't want to be part of a HOA you shouldn't have bought the property. Now, as a MEMBER of the HOA you can probably take steps to... Read more »
We have lived in this house for 18 years. I plan to file for divorce once I move. I have paid half the mortgage and utilities since 2004. Contacted the court today and found out she use a Lady Bird Deed? She put her niece on it. My question is am I a homeowner as well even though her name is on... Read more »
answered on Sep 5, 2022
A lady bird deed is only effective upon death, and so your wife could only deed out her interest in her portion of the property at the time of death. It has no effect during her lifetime. Even though there is a ladybird deed, a court will likely divide the property interest equally between both... Read more »
What do I do I pay the taxes up
answered on Sep 5, 2022
You can go to 400 Monroe St. and pay the property taxes for your neighbor using the regular home address. This however, does not entitle you to own the property. If you wish to obtain the property, you will need to reach out to the person handling the estate of your neighbor, and purchase the... Read more »
I have a non-domestic PPO granted in 12/21 against the former owner (“RW”) of my property for stalking (sending harassing letters). We bought our house 3 yrs ago in a foreclosure. RW has litigated the foreclosure for over 10 years — all were pro se & she lost every claim. RW is prohibited... Read more »
answered on Aug 30, 2022
It isn't so much the fact that she's representing herself; it's the fact that she is attempting - albeit poorly - legal proceedings. The service of papers is part of a legal proceeding that she remains entitled to try regardless of the PPO. In other words, just because you have a PPO... Read more »
Probate court is currently open, which doc would we need to send to the deeds office?
answered on Aug 29, 2022
Real estate and probate matters very frequently intersect. You need to first confirm that you have authority from the court to transfer or convey real estate out of an estate. If you do, then the personal representative has authority to create a deed during the pendency of a probate estate... Read more »
One month after couple signed listing agreement, Michigan court referee on it owns choosing voided listening agreement and set price that he chose is this not considered taking away his due process of fifth amendment of ownership of property by two people that agreed to list the property
answered on Aug 29, 2022
Your question does not make clear what is really going on. It sounds like the referee determined a price for the house to be divided as part of the property settlement. If that's the case, I'm not seeing that as a "taking" and is within the court's and referee's... Read more »
My parents are real estate agents and used spokieo to do background check on my fiance with our knowledge or consent. They did this because they didn't like how we are waiting for him to meet my parents. They made it seem like no big deal because they have a real estate license and can do this... Read more »
They found a descendant of the original land owner and they are willing to negotiate. Our grandparents have always said they owned the land, did all the upkeep, paid all of the taxes, and everything that comes with it. Is there any documentation I should be looking for? Is there a way to prove it... Read more »
answered on Aug 25, 2022
Your question isn't exactly clear.
If there is a ladybird deed you record the death certificate and the deed is then 'in your name'
Are you suggesting your GRANDPARENTS didn't actually own the property they deeded to you?
Was there some sort of... Read more »
Wife . Unpond agreement house get sold I get half they get half . My brother died now she's trying not to give me my half what can I do. Plus I've been living in the home and have made major repairs that brought up property value and paid out of pocket for supply's etc
answered on Aug 24, 2022
The answer would depend on what exactly the agreement says, and how ownership was transferred out of the estate. Were you on the deed as tenants in common, with your brother and his wife as one-half?
Only listed Resident Agent lives in Texas, has an office in Michigan. The Michigan business license says "general purpose clause".
answered on Aug 23, 2022
‘Buy sell and negotiate’ for what purpose?
Buying/selling for the use of the LLC? Sure. You don’t need any special licenses to buy or sell land for your own use.
Buying/selling as a ‘public agent’ / broker to the public representing buyers and sellers? Not without... Read more »
answered on Aug 23, 2022
Generally speaking, "no" but an attorney would need to review the HOA by-laws.
See more at: www.provenresource.com
My mother and I were ( I believe) wrongfully evicted from land that we had been renting to own for 12 years, and due to a blight complaint while cleaning out our garage (we all fell ill and had to stop working for a week or so) the guy we bought the land from said we had to give him 30,000 dollars... Read more »
answered on Aug 23, 2022
A real estate attorney familiar with land contract law would need to review the default provisions of the land contract. Additionally, there is a legal process for forfeiture on a land contract. See more at: https://provenresource.com/land-contract-law/
1. There are 2 defendants (unmarried). Am I able to put both names on the one complaint and summons? how many copies of each “packet” (including summons, complain, notice of quit, no lease because there isn’t one) do you need to send for each
2. Do I need to send the original green... Read more »
answered on Aug 19, 2022
I would suggest that for your costs and time, it would be most cost effective for you to hire a local attorney to conduct the eviction. The onus is on you as the landlord to meet each procedural and administrative step; a misstep - even unintentional - could delay, or in worst case, cause the... Read more »
My sister and I are currently the co-owners of a house in Michigan. I am doing a quit claim deed to give her my half of the house. What does the above mean?
answered on Aug 17, 2022
This section provides for tax-exempt transfers of real estate. If your transaction does not meet any of those standards, then you will need to account for taxes to be paid for the transaction.
answered on Aug 13, 2022
I don't know that there is a good 'short' layman's explanation, but the closest I can come to is that if you have a judgment against you, a judgment creditor cannot execute against a piece of property that has a mortgage against it.
In other words, you can't avoid... Read more »
Is this legal, when they gave me contractor's information? Should the contractor have known what was allow in the HOA since he came at the HOA recommendation? I spoke to HOA told them work was complete before new policy was in place. I did not hear anything until this year with threats, five... Read more »
answered on Aug 4, 2022
It depends what the HOA has actually done to enforce the new policy. It sounds to me like it would be grandfathered in until typical HOA policies, but perhaps not. Unfortunately, if the HOA is making a bigger deal out of this than they should it might take a costly lawsuit to get the matter... Read more »
I paid all of the mortgage, taxes, repairs etc. we have no signed contract.
answered on Aug 4, 2022
You're outlining a case that comes with a strong headwind. I am hesitant to say it is definitely barred until more information is divulged. While on the one hand it is certainly true the statute of frauds will inevitably be a defense raise by your uncle, it is not a straightforward case:... Read more »
I received a forfeiture notice today my land contract do not have a forfeiture clause does she have to foreclose
answered on Jul 28, 2022
If you only have a Contract for a Deed, then it is a Lease with Option to Purchase. No Foreclosure is involved, but usually an Eviction proceeding and they keep your paid rent. Hire a competent MI attorney quickly to fight loss of possession, and possibly make a claim in Equity or Breach of... Read more »
The lot is .52 acres, however with the easement the home and yard are on .30 acres the rest is easement
answered on Jul 26, 2022
When it comes to infringing on an easement, it might be wise to first contact the persons who use the easement and ask them if they would be ok with you moving it. On the other hand, it sounds like this particular easement takes up a large portion of the useable yard, so perhaps this easement... Read more »
The lot is .52 acres, however with the easement the home and yard are on .30 acres the rest is easement
answered on Jul 25, 2022
You will need to pull a copy of the easement agreement from the county recording office. Proceeding without permission from the entity that owns the easement is risky. Is this a utility easement or sewer easement? Who owns this easement? You risk having to take down the garage at a later date if... Read more »
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