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After winning a condo through a foreclosure auction with a Rent-Stabilized tenant, can I use the condo as my primary residence?
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Answered on October 30, 2014
I think you already answered your own question with the quoted language. You will want to retain an attorney to file the eviction.
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Can I be denied a mortgage if my child is 18 years old and I must receive child support until she reaches the age of 21.
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Answered on October 30, 2014
A bank can deny you a mortgage if you do not meet their credit/underwriting criteria. These can range from not having a high enough credit score,...
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My mother is 78 and I need to get power of attorney and health care epoxy. She has no money and is on welfare and SS.
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Answered on October 30, 2014
The best way would be to hire a local attorney to draft the power of attorney and have it executed. It should not cost much and will insure that...
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If someone owns a house, then later adds a co-owner, then sells the house - are proceeds always split evenly?
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Answered on October 30, 2014
It certainly is possible. This issue should have been addressed, and reduced to writing prior to adding the second person to the deed. You can...
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I live in a privately owned building in a rent controlled apartment. Every year we constantly have no heat and hot water.
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Answered on October 29, 2014
You are referring to what is called a constructive eviction. This is generally a defense to having to pay rent and is used as an offset against...
Can I apply for a variance after the fact?
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Answered on October 29, 2014
Yes, that is a possibility. I suggest you hire a zoning/land use attorney in your neighborhood to pursue this.
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I was denied a copy of a Waiver & Release of Liability form that I was asked to sign. Am I entitled to a copy?
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Answered on October 29, 2014
While it would be good practice for the business to have a copy available for you they are not required by law to give you a copy. They required...
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How do I buy a property from my brother-in- law for $1.00.
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Answered on October 29, 2014
First, you need to determine if your brother in law already has title to the property. If he does not then the executor of your sister's estate...
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Unit owner request for Board Member contact information?
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Answered on October 29, 2014
You are entitled to know who your board members are and what their positions are. Their personal contact information is a private issue.
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Can one attorney handle this transaction?
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Answered on October 29, 2014
Yes, one attorney can handle the entire transaction with full disclosure and consent of all the parties. It would be better, however, if you each...