Does personal bankruptcy absolve me of paying back taxes owed?

Some taxes can be discharged. A consultation with local bankruptcy counsel is in order

I purchased a foreclosure - cash deal. I just closed and found the house was improperly winterized and pipes are cracked.

Call the attorney who represented you in contracting and closing

I will be filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. My relative's car is registered in my name. Do I need to be concerned?

I would suggest hiring an attorney. A reaffirmation is not to be entered into lightly and could impact your fresh start.

I was told adding my tenants to my deed to help them get a refi to then buy me out of my home. Any precautions I should take?

Not a good idea for the reasons pointed out by Mr. Rothstein. Also, the transfer will trigger the due on sale clause if you have an existing...

What is the statute of limitation on foreclosure in NY?

Search N.Y. CVP. LAW § 213 : NY Code - Section 213: Actions to be commenced within six years: where not otherwise provided for; on contract; on...

If my real dad wants to get in touch with me and my mom and step dad keep him away and treat me like crap can I be unadopted

If your step dad adopted you then he is your real dad. The other man had his parental rights legally terminated and he can't petition for...

You will need to negotiate access. He may want some assurances and compensation.

This should have no effect on the 341 date or assigned trustee. It is not uncommon to file amendments. I suggest you speak with your attorney...

Is this legal what the city is doing

Whatever you do, get it in writing. I have seen folks who lost their homes and a familiar refrain is that someone at the city,town,county told them...

Just found out home hasn't been paid late 1007 days can the bank come and put new lock on door sell my belonging in it live ny

I would add that many lenders use a company called Safeguard Properties and they will send someone to the address and if they determine no one is...