I bought a house in New York City 40 years ago. I just found out that there is a building violation that renders the house

My esteemed colleagues are correct. We need more information for this issue to be able to answer the question properly, and most likely title was...

NYC Real Estate Law: Same apartment, different rent from different brokers

Often when you work with a broker and they show you an apartment, they will have you sign an agreement that essentially states that the broker is...

Hi= I'm so glad you're there. My question is: If a car is jointly owned can one partner sell the vehicle without the other's OK?

There are two parts to your issue: First you are on title with another person. Without that person's consent title cannot be conveyed. Secondly...

How do I find a free lawyer

Try legal services in the Bronx at tel:(718)928-3700 Visit them on the web...

After getting my security deposit back the landlord is claiming property damage.. can they do that? It is also an illegal rental

Did you have a lease with the landlord? It might be too late for this landlord to recuperate for any damages that they claim you caused to the...

I own 3 condo properties across United States (2 investment and 1 principal), is it worth it to put them into separate LLCs?

This question cannot simply be answered without more information about your particular financial and investment situation. You should seek the help...

I am retired from the lirr receive a pension. Can you borrow from it

Take a look at this website https://www.nycers.org/(S(54cbgc45un1djty2wnr4lsr4))/index.aspx It has useful information regarding the numerous...

Theoretically and legally they cannot employ "self-help" to remove any encroachments on their land. However in practice they can do whatever they...

Can home owners association sue tenant for HOA?

Pursuant to a legal contract (i.e lease) it seems that you would be responsible for any unpaid HOA fees during the time of your tenancy. If the...

Can a minor transfer his savings to his own bank account when he's 18? Even if his savings account is under his parent's name?

The funds in the account are deemed to be the funds of the account holder (i.e the parents of this child, or whomever is named in the account). If...