When refinancing a primary mortgage with an existing second mortgage (HELOC) in New York state, is a new deed created?

No, the deed doesn't change. If you were listed as the owner or one of the owners you are still an owner. However the property is still subject...

Moving out of state after a custody order is in place

It is good that you both are agreeing to the move and to continue the custody and support arrangements of the New York Orders. In your situation...

Generally, yes. Most attorneys in writing a brief or memorandum of law that cites law will use an electronic research tool like Lexis or Westlaw to...

How long do judges usually take in Richmond County to make a deferred decision?

There is no set time for decisions to be rendered in County and Supreme Court. A lot has to do with the Judge and his habits and workloads....

Will sellers property insurance cover current property if buyer forgot to purchase property insurance

Probably not. A policyholder is required to have an "insurance interest" in the property. After the closing, he has none. The insurance interest...

Can a get a new realtor if I am not satisfied with the service I am being provided by my current one?

As a buyer, usually there is no contract with a realtor that's been helping you unless you actually made an offer on a house and it was accepted...

A few questions about cross claims

1) An answer to your cross claim (presumably part of your answer to the plaintiff's initial complaint) is due from the other defendants within the...

I need a reputable lawyer to review a lease for a storefront!

Use the "find a lawyer" tab on the site to find real estate attorneys in New York City, then review some profiles and call or email attorneys who...

if you are just sharing these emails with a disinterested friend that is an attorney for their advice, it's highly unlikely anyone would find out...

Can I rescind an offer made on a short sale during the 120 days(?!) it takes for the offer to be accepted or denied?

Maybe. Depends on who the contract is with. If the contract is with the bank as a seller, it won't be signed until they sign the sales contract,...

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