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My mom owns 51% of home and me and my 3 siblings own 16 2/3 , she moved to Vegas 7 years ago and I have been paying the mortgage. Can she evict me?

Answered 5 years and a month ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
She cannot evict if you are not a tenant.  Send me an e-mail to sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com.  Thanks. 
She cannot evict if you are not a tenant.  Send me an e-mail to sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com.  Thanks. 

land contract question.

Answered 5 years and a month ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I would have to know more information. Send me an e-mail to sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com. 
I would have to know more information. Send me an e-mail to sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com. 

I was awarded a piece of property in my divorce and my ex still hasnt quik claimed it to me as per court ordered .

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I would have to review the marital and property settlement agreement and the final judgment.  Call me at 305-283-4785 and thanks. 
I would have to review the marital and property settlement agreement and the final judgment.  Call me at 305-283-4785 and thanks. 

who should pay for expenses to clean up legal problems with real estate purchase?

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I would have to review the contract and closing documents. Call me at 305-283-4785 and thanks.
I would have to review the contract and closing documents. Call me at 305-283-4785 and thanks.

What are the tax, resale, cost basis etc ramifications of transferring a Fl home to our son, who lives there with his family and pays all expenses?

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
You can avoid probate if something happens to you and he will benefit from the homestead tax exemption. Further, there are documentary stamp taxes that you have to pay based on the value of the mortgage. I would not worry about the calling of the mortgage.  Call me to discuss, 305-283-4785. Thanks. ... Read More
You can avoid probate if something happens to you and he will benefit from the homestead tax exemption. Further, there are documentary stamp taxes... Read More

How can I prevent my partner from selling the house we live in with our 3 children.

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
Please call me at 305-283-4785 to discuss. Thanks. 
Please call me at 305-283-4785 to discuss. Thanks. 

Selling house

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I can help you. Please call me at 305-283-4785 to discuss further. 
I can help you. Please call me at 305-283-4785 to discuss further. 

Fl Land Trust beneficiary

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I would have to get more facts. You can contact me at 305-283-4785.  Thanks. 
I would have to get more facts. You can contact me at 305-283-4785.  Thanks. 

Can a Typo on the zip code of my Quit Claim Deed cause an issue?

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
You do not have to worry. The legal description is what counts. If you need help, then contact me at 305-283-4785 or sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com.  Thanks. 
You do not have to worry. The legal description is what counts. If you need help, then contact me at 305-283-4785 or... Read More

What forms need to be completed to transfer a deed out of a trust to beneficiaries

Answered 5 years and 2 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
The successor trustee would have to do a quitclaim deed into the beneficiaries only if that is what the trust dictates.  Call me at 305-283-4785, or you can e-mail me at sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com. Thanks. 
The successor trustee would have to do a quitclaim deed into the beneficiaries only if that is what the trust dictates.  Call me at... Read More

Is an agent that lease my property entitled to a commission if I was to sell my property to the same tenants?

Answered 5 years and 3 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
It depends on what the listing agreement states. I would have to review it.  Please send it to sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com. Thanks. 
It depends on what the listing agreement states. I would have to review it.  Please send it to sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com. Thanks. 

Need a lawyer to represent us in a purchase of a property consisting of a mobile home on ownerโ€™s land

Answered 5 years and 3 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I have represented clients in sale of mobile homes, which is done through an agency. Please contact me at 305-283-4785. Thanks. 
I have represented clients in sale of mobile homes, which is done through an agency. Please contact me at 305-283-4785. Thanks. 

We sold our house and I was wondering if was done legally

Answered 5 years and 3 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
Was the home located in Florida or Tennessee? How was the property titlted? I need more information. You can contact me at 305-283-4785. 
Was the home located in Florida or Tennessee? How was the property titlted? I need more information. You can contact me at 305-283-4785. 

What is a document that my ex wife can sign that relinquishes any claims to a house?

Answered 5 years and 3 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
A quitclaim and postnuptial agreement. Call me if you have any questions, 305-283-4785. 
A quitclaim and postnuptial agreement. Call me if you have any questions, 305-283-4785. 

I`m buying a house and the apprasial came in$ 5000. short and the loan co just added it to my closing cost, doesn`t seem fair to me

Answered 5 years and 3 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I need to be clear. The appraisal came in $5,000.00 below the purchase price. What did they add to the closing cost? You can contact me at 305-283-4785. Thanks. 
I need to be clear. The appraisal came in $5,000.00 below the purchase price. What did they add to the closing cost? You can contact me at... Read More

I am looking for a lawyer who handles surplus funds or overages from auctions

Answered 5 years and 3 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I have done it before, but there is a time limit to request them. Contact me at 305-283-4785. 
I have done it before, but there is a time limit to request them. Contact me at 305-283-4785. 

I need a attorney that handle pandition action

Answered 5 years and 3 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I can help you. Call me at 305-283-4785. thanks. 
I can help you. Call me at 305-283-4785. thanks. 

lease purchase contract

Answered 5 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I would have to review the contract before I give you an answer.  Send the contract and contact me at sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com. Thanks. 
I would have to review the contract before I give you an answer.  Send the contract and contact me at sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com.... Read More

can i sell my name off the property title if i own 50%?

Answered 5 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
You would have to hire a real estate attorney to help you do a quitclaim deed. If you have consideration, then you will pay documentary stamps. If you want title insurance, then you need to pay more money. Contact me at 305 283-4785 if you have any questions. Thanks. 
You would have to hire a real estate attorney to help you do a quitclaim deed. If you have consideration, then you will pay documentary stamps. If... Read More

Bought a new construction (residential) and has several structural issues

Answered 5 years and 4 months ago by W Chase Carpenter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
I'm certainly sorry to hear all the trouble you've had with your new home.  These situations can be tricky.  Largely, from a legal standpoint, on new built homes, the issues come down to what went wrong and who did it.  Unfortunately, sometimes it is easier said than done.  However, as long as you have all of your documentation and you have documented the damages, you may, indeed, be able to get compensation or have other options available to you.  I would advise seeking the counsel of an attorney than can help assess what legal options are available to you.... Read More
I'm certainly sorry to hear all the trouble you've had with your new home.  These situations can be tricky.  Largely, from a legal... Read More

How do I protect property that belongs to my Sister how is in the nursing home

Answered 5 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
They cannot touch the homestead property, so I would need more information to let you know. They can only file a lien on an investment property. Please contact me at sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com to discuss. 
They cannot touch the homestead property, so I would need more information to let you know. They can only file a lien on an investment property.... Read More

about a mortgage

Answered 5 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
It depends on the title to the property.  Please contact me at sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com for a free consultation.  
It depends on the title to the property.  Please contact me at sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com for a free consultation.  

Forcing the sale of a home

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
You are talking about a partition action. Please send an e-mail to sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com for more information. 
You are talking about a partition action. Please send an e-mail to sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com for more information. 

QUIT CLAIM DEED WITH A POWER OF ATTORNEY

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
A power of attorney and an LLC are different. An individual is authorized to execute documents on behalf of another individual. An LLC requires a manager or member. The operating agreement controls the authority. Contact me at sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com if you have any questions.  Thanks. ... Read More
A power of attorney and an LLC are different. An individual is authorized to execute documents on behalf of another individual. An LLC requires a... Read More

Can I sell a jointly owned home without the other owner?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Mr. Stephen Raoul Garcia-Vidal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Real Estate
The adult son has to sign the deed to sell the property.  If you cannot find him, or he does not cooperate, then you might have to do a partition sale.  Contact me at sgarciavidal@garciavidallaw.com if you have additional questions. 
The adult son has to sign the deed to sell the property.  If you cannot find him, or he does not cooperate, then you might have to do a... Read More