Mom was going to pay me for her personal care when we sold her house; she died before that could happen.

It depends. If your mother has any other debts, for example medical and funeral expenses, or if there is a mortgage or lien for nursing home care,...

I am being pressured into signing an informal probate. Massachusetts.

You should definitely speak with an attorney familiar with the probate process. If they are divorced, any provisions in the will leaving property...

Based upon the language that you cited in the Master Deed, the plywood flooring and any insulation or soundproofing between the units (or lack...

Were the builders required to insulate the attic crawlspace?

I am both an attorney and a Massachusetts licensed construction supervisor. Erik's answer is correct in that only the Local Inspector can tell you...

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Looking for names of lawyers who specialize in Estate Law, but also could perform litigation. Need highly competent help soon.

I would recommend Alan Fanger in Wellesley, MA He is a top-notch probate litigator.

I am both an attorney and a licensed construction supervisor. You are not covered by their insurance unless the insurance company provides a...

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From your description, it sounds like you will need to hire an attorney to perform a title search in order to determine who owns the right of way...

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What are the financial ramifications of selling a house with a reverse mortgage?

My suggestion would be that you reach out to the Lender and explain the situation. In essence you will be completing a short sale. But the bottom...

My brother & I are Personal Representatives of our Mom's estate. She passed away on January 9, 2013.......

Whether you need a license to sell or not depends upon whether there is a will and whether the will contained authority (a power to sell assets)...

Is it safe to give money to a settlement agent (a lawyer) during the closing of a real estate property purchase?

Yes. When an attorney acts as the closing attorney and prepares the Settlement Statement, the funds should go through the Attorney's IOLTA or...