From what you stated, it appears that an attorney did not draft the post occupancy agreement because of its vague language. As such, it’s up in the...

Responding from a New York perspective, all representations made in a contract merge in the deed and do not survive closing unless specifically...

Responding from a New York perspective, a Decree is a directive that needs to be executed upon. It is not in and of itself a Deed, so while the...

You may possibly have a claim under your title insurance policy.

A declaration of time of the essence followed by a default by the seller is likely necessary, although that is not a guarantee that the seller will...

The precise language in your contract will determine your entitlement to the down payment. If the purchaser will not voluntarily return your down...

If the both of you are in title to the real estate then it would be highly unlikely that she alone refinanced the real estate without your...

Whoever is in title to the real estate would have to voluntarily execute the new Deed and transfer documents in order to effectively convey title...

You would need his voluntary acknowledged signature on the Deed and transfer documents, conveying title to the premises back to you. Or,...

Perhaps, if your attorney drafted or modified the contract strong enough to entitle you to the return of your down payment.