It might be. The rule is that it can not be so similar as to create confusion in the market place. You can check if the name is available on the...

It is not a requirement that you use a lawyer for this but it is the best way. Your mother would need to sign a deed from her to you and her, and...

NYPD is not the proper party. They do not get involved in evictions. You can call 311 file a complaint with the City or you can contact the...

There are 3 ways to resolve this, you buy her out, she buys you out, or you bring suit for partition and force a sale of the premises.

The landlord can sue you, however, he will not succeed and you will not be liable. I say this because in the US anyone can sue anyone else at any...

Do I have to pay PMI on a house that has major equity?

Typically you pay pmi on a loan that is more than 80% loan to value until you reach 78% loan to value. If you start out borrowing 80% or less...

Anyone who signs the contract has to be on the deed and mortgage, but not the note. The deed and mortgage must match. You sign the mortgage to...

The statute of limitations is 6 years to bring suit. Once it is reduced to a judgment the judgment is good for up to 20 years.

What kind of lawyer (real estate? civil liability? etc. ) should I seek out to help me?

Unfortunately this is a buyer beware situation. You had the opportunity to inspect prior to buying and could have found these issues prior to...

This happens fairly often and is usually easy to clear up. Since you are selling the property I assume you are represented. Give your attorney a...