If all probate documents are in order, then you can easily have a deed drafted by an attorney making the estate grantor and you (and your brother)...

Is my landlord trying to scam me?

Once your Lord accepted the check for the past due rent, she lost the ability to take you to court to evict you. Having said that, you must...

Hi..Hope you would please advise me on this..I am presently waiting for the bank to accept my offer on buying a short sale home.

Generally speaking, with short sales the property is conveyed AS-IS/WHERE -AS. The short sale mortgage holder rarely ever allows for repairs to be...

The landlord's request is valid and legal. The bank requires the W-9 to properly allocate interest.

Do I need a real estate attorney?

You definitely should have an attorney review the lease with you to make sure you understand its contents and to discuss the changes you would like...

I'm trying to get out of my lease in West Paterson, NJ & I think this rental may be illegal, how would I know?

I agree with Mr. Schultz. You must contact your local zoning office to verify the status of your "apartment." If it is deemed illegal, the...

Do I still get back my security deposit if landlord paid 6x rent on an illegal dwelling in NJ?

Yes. You are entitled to 6x rent and your security deposit. If your security deposit is not returned within 30 days, you are entitled to double...

How do I retrieve a real estate closing file from a real estate attorney who was disbarred?

I agree with my colleague. Contact the ethics board to find out who was assigned as trustee for the attorney. If you do not get anywhere with...

Leaving the scene of an accident is a very serious offense. It carries mandatory license suspension and a potential jail sentence. I would...

Is there a limit to what percentage you can raise the rent at one time?

So long as the increase is not unconscionable, then you should be ok. Based on your fact pattern, if the apartment is not subject to rent control,...