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Real estate contract, cosigner

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 03, 2015

This looks like a ploy by seller to obtain a greater purchase price. If this is not a competitive market you may want to remind seller that you can...

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36 hrs after closing on cash purchase of home water was running down inside basement wall . Any protection on this in NY state?

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 03, 2015

I agree with my colleague. Additionally document everything. Good luck.

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Can i sue a coop board for giving me written permission to do something and then after its done, renege?

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 03, 2015

Your best option is to contact a co-op attorney to review your proprietary lease, the agreement between you, the co-op the minutes of the board...

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NJ Tenant - Need to break lease

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 02, 2015

If this matter was litigated it is probable that the court would find a duly executed lease. NJ does require landlords to make reasonable efforts...

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Tenant did not give me Security Deposit. Do they stay or go after moving in their belongings?

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 02, 2015

If they refuse to provide a deposit, you have two options: commence eviction proceedings for breach of lease, or let is slide. In any case, since...

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Commercial/residential property to Residential only

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 02, 2015

You should contact a real estate or zoning attorney and discuss your options. If you want to proceed without an attorney you can start the process...

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Can I sue a home inspector for missing major problems that will have cost us $40,000 in repairs for pre-existing conditions?

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 02, 2015

Subject to a thorough review of all relevant documents, including the home inspection agreement, you may have grounds to sue the home inspector. If...

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When New York landlords give notice they will enter tenants' homes, how specific do they have to be about when they will enter?

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 02, 2015

NY does not have a statute which governs the manner in which a landlord may enter their tenant's premises. Generally the lease governs such...

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I own in home with my ex husband he stood in the home he is not paying the mortgage what can I do

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 02, 2015

It depends on your objective. If you want to sever the financial relationship, retain the home and recover unpaid mortgage contributions then an...

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Our church's steering committee/board make decisions without quorum and did not disclose it to the congregation.

Mitchell's answer | Answered on July 01, 2015

Based on the facts you described you are right to be concerned. You should consult with a nonprofit attorney in your jurisdiction.

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