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Am I still responsible for the payment of the sewer bill even though we moved from the foreclosed property? They said I was responsible until the house deed changes names. That could be a year if it doesn't sell. What course of action can I take to get my name off the county tax assessment... View More 
answered on Feb 15, 2017
Unless you have a leak would you have a charge? Can you ask if they can shut off the water?
My house is attached to an abandoned house. I have squirrels in my walls and a mice infestation because the bank has failed to take care of the property. The pipes had burst (which the water was coming up through my basement) and I had the township turn off the water, but I'm sure... View More
answered on Dec 6, 2016
Yes, you can bring a nuissance action. Whether it's worth it and what it costs are things you need to discuss with an attorney who handles those things.
You would need at some point to have estimators to discuss what it would cost to fix.
Home was originally owned by aunt and uncle wo are now deceased. Was currently in the process of selling the home but the deed needed to be revised and recorded. I'm working with a realtor and title company and found a buyer. Title company informed me of a deliquent tax bill from 2014 for... View More
answered on Nov 1, 2016
You need to contact an attorney in the county where this happened who handles real estate litigation. Were you or the estate listed on the tax bills? How would they know to contact you? Why didn't you just pay the bill if you were the sole heir?
These are questions anyone trying to... View More
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