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Hi. Do I have to pay taxes while my home is in court fighting for a modification ? The mortgage is still in my Ex.husbands name.

Richard's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

Yes you still have to pay taxes. You may be entitled to certain exemptions such as enhanced star or senior citizen but if you don't pay the taxes...

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I paid a broker fee for an illegal apartment that I did not know was illegal until after. What do I do

Richard's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

Try bringing suit in small claims court. You can sue for up to $5,000.00 in Small Claims Court. If the apartment is illegal stop paying the rent...

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Leasing of commonly owned property in Maine

Richard's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

It is probably not permissible under Maine law and you will probably have to bring an action for partition. That being said you need to check with...

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I have an FHA mtge and to qualify for loan my son's name was added to show extra income. Can his name be removed?

Richard's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

You can not simply take his name off the deed. He would need to sign the deed and the transfer documents in order for you to remove him from the...

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Do I still have to continue to pay rent if the house I'm living in was sold and we have to move next month?

Richard's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

The landlord is the only one who can collect rent from you. If you do not have a lease and if your mother in law is not paying rent and you are...

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Can one partner in a joint tennancy property force a sale of property

Richard's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

Yes. Either owner can commence an action for partition in Supreme Court in the county in which the property lies. This is essentially an action...

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A case against the status is disposed comment DNAP what does it mean . can they bring this case back again? is pendency off?

Richard's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

I can only guess based on the facts you have presented that it means the action by your stepmother was Dismissed due to No Appearance by Plaintiff....

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My roommate was removed from my house by a restraining order how long do I have to keep her stuff.

Richard's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to this kind of issue. The safest thing to do is to notify her that you will be placing her...

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Is it required by law to purchase home insurance for a condo unit within a larger building?

Richard's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

A tenant is not required to have insurance but you should have a renters or contents policy. If there is a fire or flood and your belongings get...

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Rent arrears-,found a cheaper place but don't want my landlord harassing me. I intend to pay him arrears but can't for awhile.

Richard's answer | Answered on July 16, 2015

You have not asked a question here? What exactly is it you want to know? The landlord is entitled to be paid. Your problems do not prevent him...