Questions answered by Richard J. Chertock

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Contract attorney: Is there any way to nullify a signed contract because u did not know what u were doing when u signed?

Richard's answer | Answered on October 22, 2014

Probably not. In the first instance you were represented by an attorney so the agreement was presumably made with your full informed consent and...

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How different is a short sale real estate purchase from a regular purchase?

Richard's answer | Answered on October 22, 2014

A short sale is a very different animal from a regular purchase. They typically take much longer, are subject to approval from the lender which...

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I paid security on my apartment in April2014 now added my nephew to lease in Oct2014 and they want me to pay another $150.00 sec

Richard's answer | Answered on October 21, 2014

Did the lease change? did the rent change? does the lease provide for increases to security? the answers to your question will be determined by...

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I'm pretty sure I'm being scammed by my realtor

Richard's answer | Answered on October 21, 2014

Your contract should state that you are buying the premises free an clear of all liens. If the seller can not clear the judgment you should be...

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E-contract lists my offer and a 1k deposit to be made to escrow agent. Should I have an attorney help me read contract?

Richard's answer | Answered on October 20, 2014

I would advise you to hire a Tampa attorney to help you with this process. You can locate one on this site using the find an attorney.

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What type of loan should I apply for home

Richard's answer | Answered on October 20, 2014

What is the purpose of the loan and how bad is your credit? If your credit and income are not high enough you will not be able to get a loan...

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How do we get down payment back because of an unforseen event that happened at the property before closing? Best way to handle?

Richard's answer | Answered on October 20, 2014

You need to go over your contract with your attorney. Depending on the wording of the contract, you may or may not have a right to cancel the...

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How do I obtain a security interest if I give a loan to someone?

Richard's answer | Answered on October 17, 2014

You should get an attorney to represent you. There are many ways to secure such a loan. You can take a mortgage on any real property the borrower...

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Can I sue someone for adding another owner to a property after land contract was signed?

Richard's answer | Answered on October 17, 2014

Your question is not clear. I can only guess at what is going on here on the limited facts you have supplied. First of all, a person can not...

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I'm on disability and am the sole caregiver of my mother who now has Alzheimer's. I moved in and want to get on her lease. How?

Richard's answer | Answered on October 17, 2014

You don't have to be on the lease to move in with your mother. Your mother is entitled to have a room mate. Why do you want to be put on the lease?

Richard J. Chertock's Answers (6608)

Contract attorney: Is there any way to nullify a signed contract because u did not know what u were doing when u signed?

How different is a short sale real estate purchase from a regular purchase?

I paid security on my apartment in April2014 now added my nephew to lease in Oct2014 and they want me to pay another $150.00 sec

I'm pretty sure I'm being scammed by my realtor

E-contract lists my offer and a 1k deposit to be made to escrow agent. Should I have an attorney help me read contract?

What type of loan should I apply for home

How do we get down payment back because of an unforseen event that happened at the property before closing? Best way to handle?

How do I obtain a security interest if I give a loan to someone?

Can I sue someone for adding another owner to a property after land contract was signed?

I'm on disability and am the sole caregiver of my mother who now has Alzheimer's. I moved in and want to get on her lease. How?