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The seller may have executed a document, maybe an affidavit, stating that it had no knowledge of any impending assessments. You might review... Read Answer
The terms of a seller carry back are negotiable and there is no requirement for a five year minimum carryback. The maximum interest rate is 10%.
If you want to be compensated for your costs as the buyer for undisclosed material facts that affect the value or the desireability of the home, then... Read Answer
You can certainly seel your own house, but someone with knowledge of the documents needed is going to have to prepare the documents. If the... Read Answer
That depends. The first step in answering this would be to review the details of the purchase agreement. Many of them provide for an automatic... Read Answer
You are obligated to disclose to the buyer an material facts that would affect the desirabilty or value of the property. If in doubt, then... Read Answer
You'll need to have a deed drafted conveying the property to you. You'll have to pay the recording fee. That transfer is probably exempt... Read Answer
You can execute the deeds in England, have them sent here for filing. With email, someone stateside can prepare the deeds and email them to... Read Answer
Your understanding of the law of intestate succession is wrong. When there is no will, generally half goes to the surviving spouse and the other half... Read Answer
Based on what you say (as I cannot see the documents), the opposing counsel sent you a Notice to Appear or Appoint (as required by the court rules).... Read Answer
You had homestead rights only when you were married. That does not apply after divorce.
You'll have to file a quit claim deed to remove someone from title who is not entitled to ownership of the property. You may also file a partition... Read Answer
Yes, it is legal to charge 8.5% interest (10% is the max) and it is legal for a baloon payment in three years.
You can file a partition action to force him to sell the house and give you the proceeds of the sale. He can also buy you out in this process.... Read Answer
Ask for a statement of your account and bring your proof of payment to show the HOA the error.
It will cost $250.00, if you proceed to closing the $250.00 is credited to your closing costs.
Holly Cohen
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Yes - I beleive the list of who is in good standing - meaning who has paid their dues - is public information and that the other members are entitled... Read Answer
You need to open an ancillary administration and the court in Florida has to approve the transfer of the property.
It is unlikely that the buyer could win the suit if he or she chooses to bring suit. This is called a condition precedent which must be... Read Answer
Audits can be very expensive. Depending on how many units and turnover you have it may be entirely unnecessary. How many units does the condo... Read Answer
Courtney
The 4 of you would be equally liable to the landlord. However, among the 4 of you, responsibility would usually be allocated based on... Read Answer
Our office handles a great deal of real estate and mortgage issues and we are experienced with reverse mortgages as well. We even teach classes at... Read Answer
If your mom was unmarried, just open a probate of your mothers estate and you will receive the property,
Please do not go on his mortgage without owning the property. Purchase the home by entering into a lease purchase that would give the seller... Read Answer
You can donate the property but the lien passes with the property and the recipient of the donation will have to consent to accepting the property... Read Answer