We sold our Suffolk NY house 9 mo. ago. The buyer (NY State- Rising) never recorded a deed. Deed still in my name. Do I own it

I agree with Mr. Berson with one small exception, the deed is technically required to be delivered too. When the deed is signed and the money...

What should I do when my father is threatening to kill our neighbors?

This is not a land use question. I would, however, contact the police immediately and if your father is under medical care for his condition,...

Hold over case

Most attorneys I know will charge on an hourly basis. Litigation often has twists and turns (motions, adjournments, possible appeals) which change...

Can my boyfriend's landlord kick me out over hearsay?

I agree with Mr. Smollens and Mr Weinman. I just wanted to congratulate you on addressing your addiction on your 90 days. My advice is to...

If I ask my landlord to make necessary repairs to my apartment can he raised my rent?

If you have a lease, the landlord cannot increase your rent unless the lease permits the rent to be increased for repairs or if the apartment is...

If the person who filed the memorandum of contract is willing to give you a release and termination of the contract in recordable form, you could...

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A covenant is an agreement and when contained in a deed, is enforceable by the persons it is intended to benefit. There are several ways of...

The law Mr. Smollens is referring to is Real Property Law 235-f, which states: Any lease or rental agreement for residential premises entered...

Does my landlord have to provide appropriate fire exits for a class A building?

A smoke (and carbon monoxide) detector is required. However whether sprinklers or a secondary means of egress are required will depend on the age...

What happens to a loan from one person to another when the borrower dies without a will?

One way to make sure your parents get paid would be to have your grandmother give your parents a security interest in her house, A security...