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1 Answer | Asked in Foreclosure and Real Estate Law for Georgia on
Q: Do all real properties in Georgia must be levied with notice before a judicial foreclosure?

If this was part of a consent order of a settlement. Like let’s say you are given 180 days to pay $90,000 or property has to be sold. Does it need to be levied first before auctioned?

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answered on Feb 20, 2024

No, if there is a consent judgment that grants the right to foreclose, the notice of foreclosure sale must be published according to the laws relating to sheriff's sales. The sheriff will then auction the property. If your property was foreclosed, you may have the ability to collect surplus... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Real Estate Law for Missouri on
Q: I am a beneficiary of an Irrevocable Trust in Missouri and have a question I need help with.

In the Trust document the Grantor lists a real estate property with the title shown under the name of her single owner LLC, with the intention that real estate property, on her death, would be inherited by me and my brother, who is now Successor Trustee. Title was, and to date, has never changed... View More

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answered on Feb 20, 2024

Hire a competent MO attorney to search the title and draft the deed out of the LLC. He will have to abide by MO LLC Statutes and probably have all successors in interest of the LLC convey as grantors as well as the Successor Trustee, which must have precise language to be enforceable. Make sure... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Land Use & Zoning for Maine on
Q: My father in law owns a parcel of land he inherited from his father. The man who owns the adjacent property has put up

A locked gate on the easement. My father in law has been unable to access this land for many years. He is an elderly man and this neighbor has been intimidated him. My father in law is scared of this neighbor so has not done anything about this.

My father in law wants to gift my husband... View More

Elliott R. Teel
Elliott R. Teel
answered on Feb 20, 2024

There are a couple of issues here. First is if the easement is in the deeds, and what the stated scope of it is. If there is clear language in the deed granting the right-of-way that is being blocked, then there are grounds to sue. If the right-off-way is only based on past use, that is more... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Tax Law and Probate for Kansas on
Q: I need help answering a petition filed against my deceased mother's property in accordance to K S.A 79-2801

My mother passed away in 2012 I have been at the property since then and paid taxes on property until now I have no other heirs to battle for the rights to property but this action filed against the real estate is not what I was planning on happening please some advice on this matter

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answered on Feb 20, 2024

There is no “answer” that can be provided to your question because we have no idea what the petition is about. Also, attorneys in this forum are not allowed to solicit clients. This means that no attorney can write “contact me”.

But you can contact an attorney in your area yourself...
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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Tax Law and Probate for Kansas on
Q: I need help answering a petition filed against my deceased mother's property in accordance to K S.A 79-2801

My mother passed away in 2012 I have been at the property since then and paid taxes on property until now I have no other heirs to battle for the rights to property but this action filed against the real estate is not what I was planning on happening please some advice on this matter

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answered on Feb 22, 2024

First, it's important to gather all relevant documents related to your deceased mother's property, including her will, death certificate, and any other legal documents. Review these documents carefully to understand your mother's wishes regarding the property and to confirm your... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law and Probate for Texas on
Q: Does title company have right to ask for social security # and copy of deceased spouse & my will re land offer?

Land purchased by me in Texas as minor many years ago; my mother was on original document. I added my husband after our marriage 10 yrs later. Land was part of southwest scheme to take $ from people, never thought we'd be able to sell. My husband is deceased. I am ORIGINAL owner of this land.... View More

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answered on Feb 19, 2024

The SSN will get a reported capital gain to the IRS. The other items requested have to do with proving your source of title. If you do not wish to comply with them, ask for another title company or title insurance company to handle your transaction. Your potential will has no bearing on this... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law and Probate for Texas on
Q: Does title company have right to ask for social security # and copy of deceased spouse & my will re land offer?

Land purchased by me in Texas as minor many years ago; my mother was on original document. I added my husband after our marriage 10 yrs later. Land was part of southwest scheme to take $ from people, never thought we'd be able to sell. My husband is deceased. I am ORIGINAL owner of this land.... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 19, 2024

If the title company is acting as the closing agent for the sale, it generally must report information concerning the sale on a Form 1099-S. That is why it is asking for your SSN. It is highly unlikely that a reputable title company will close the transaction without having the SSN for reporting... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Tax Law and Business Law on
Q: My husbands friend wants to give him a big shop but has not bought the shop yet. This friend will use the shop to run

His Tow Truck business. So what is a list of liability, taxes and other legal issues my husband will need to consider first before letting the friend put his name as owner?? My husband will have nothing to do with the business.

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answered on Feb 19, 2024

You husband is potentially liable for all torts caused by or taxes incurred by the towing business. Unless he gets paid alot, he probably should not get involved with such a one sided business where one partner gets all the cash and the landowner partner gets all the liabilities.

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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Tax Law and Business Law on
Q: My husbands friend wants to give him a big shop but has not bought the shop yet. This friend will use the shop to run

His Tow Truck business. So what is a list of liability, taxes and other legal issues my husband will need to consider first before letting the friend put his name as owner?? My husband will have nothing to do with the business.

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answered on Feb 22, 2024

If your husband's name is put on the title of a shop that will be used for a friend's tow truck business, several important considerations arise. First, regarding liability, if the shop is in your husband's name, he could be held liable for any accidents, injuries, or damages that... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for West Virginia on
Q: Aunt willed land to family member. Then she changed it.. but he already put a double wide on that land. Can he leave
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answered on Feb 19, 2024

Will has no effect until testatrix dies and her will is filed for Probate. It can be changed or destroyed anytime before her death. Apparently family member improved her land as a gift. Hopefully he can remove it still.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law on
Q: Why should you pay transfer and bond cost to a agent jjust to remove someone u used to get the deal done

I bought a house and paid all cost now to remove someone andadd my wife imust pay again

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answered on Feb 19, 2024

Not sure of your question...But it appears that you got a deed, which is a title transfer. However

the property is apparently occupied by someone else. Grantee takes title subject to any rights of possession. Your grantor may have breached a title covenant in the deed. It will be...
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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: Can my attorney threaten me with fees for asking questions about the case?

When I asked for a few minutes of his time to go over his last update on the case, he replied with a time and a statement that my retainer amount expired (which I paid two weeks prior) and that fees have accrued (although no event occurred between the payment time and the email sent). I asked what... View More

Phillip William Gunthert
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Feb 19, 2024

Every attorney is different and every fee structure is different, it also depends on the type of legal help you are getting, probate, civil matter and litigation, real estate, etc., so it depends, the engagement contract should be clear on what is and what is not included as well as the hourly or... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: Can my attorney threaten me with fees for asking questions about the case?

When I asked for a few minutes of his time to go over his last update on the case, he replied with a time and a statement that my retainer amount expired (which I paid two weeks prior) and that fees have accrued (although no event occurred between the payment time and the email sent). I asked what... View More

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answered on Feb 19, 2024

Lawyers get paid for the time spent, any and all time, whether it is speaking with a client or thinking about their case or typing out a legal brief. Sounds like your lawyer does not believe he'll get paid for his time, just guessing here. The fact that you think he did nothing and your... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: In a partition act, what if one owner files for bankruptcy before the partition act was filed?

The owners are family members. Will the non-bankruptcy owner still have a case with the partition? If the partition is delayed due to the bankruptcy, how long and what circumstance would allow the partition to take place?

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answered on Feb 24, 2024

If one co-owner of the property files for bankruptcy before the other owner files a partition action, it can complicate the partition case but does not necessarily prevent it from proceeding later. Much depends on the type of bankruptcy filing as well as approval from the bankruptcy court.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Foreclosure and Real Estate Law for Georgia on
Q: If you give someone money to purchase property for you without contract, how can you prove your intent of ownership?

Bank transactions reflect transfer of funds on date of home purchase date

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answered on Feb 18, 2024

In order to prove that there was an intent to share in the ownership of the property or that the funds provided at closing were to be paid back, you would need to have texts or emails showing that there was an agreement between the parties. A less reliable method would be to provide witnesses who... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Collections and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Homestead for California exemption questions.

Hi. So, Under the new 2021 Cali law, $300,000–$600,000 of a home’s equity cannot be touched by judgment creditors.

Does this also apply to properties that the homeowner does not live in? What other resources do lawyers have collect a judgement.

Leon Bayer
Leon Bayer
answered on Feb 18, 2024

It applies only to property occupied by you, or your spouse, or a very close family member. See the actual statute, below, for the definitions,... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Collections and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Homestead for California exemption questions.

Hi. So, Under the new 2021 Cali law, $300,000–$600,000 of a home’s equity cannot be touched by judgment creditors.

Does this also apply to properties that the homeowner does not live in? What other resources do lawyers have collect a judgement.

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Feb 18, 2024

It applies to the principal dwelling. See California Civil Code §§ 704.710 through 704.850.

There are many tools and techniques to collect judgments, including real property lien, bank levies, charging orders, wage garnishment, etc.

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3 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Collections and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Homestead for California exemption questions.

Hi. So, Under the new 2021 Cali law, $300,000–$600,000 of a home’s equity cannot be touched by judgment creditors.

Does this also apply to properties that the homeowner does not live in? What other resources do lawyers have collect a judgement.

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answered on Feb 21, 2024

It's important for both creditors and debtors to understand their rights and obligations under California law. Debtors should be aware of the protections available to them, including the homestead exemption for their primary residence, while creditors should explore all legal avenues for... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law on
Q: I bought a home and the realtor and inspector lied now the house has a lot of problems can I sue them?

The inspector stated the home had no issue but the home jas a lot of plumbing issue

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 17, 2024

You'd have better chances of a response by adding "Real Estate" as a category. The real estate attorneys here would have insight into this. The question could be overlooked in the general "Uncategorized" section. It would also be helpful to include a state or territory.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Maryland on
Q: I am one day away from closing on a home, but no longer wish to move forward with the purchase.

What type of penalties might I face or right to back out at this point in the process?

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Feb 17, 2024

The obvious one is forfeiture of your earnest money deposit (EMD). It is possible you would be sued to specifically enforce the contract and force you to buy it, but that is a long expensive suit that will tie up the sale until it’s over and the seller would prefer to just sell their home—so... View More

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