Questions answered by Richard J. Brickwedde

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How is equity determined when a refi is done with a person you have added to the bldg and which you are selling.

Richard's answer | Answered on October 04, 2012

You need to have a lawyer look at the documents and an accountant to do the math. Sometimes it doesn't pay to be greedy. Find a deal that works.

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What legal defense do I have against a claim that water leaked from my unit causing damage to the other tenant's property?

Richard's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

I agree with the other attorney. In addition, you use the term "tenant". If you are a tenant as well, it is possible the landlord might be...

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I am a divorced disabled mom . I want to add someone to my deed. can I and how

Richard's answer | Answered on October 02, 2012

You need to talk to a lawyer before you take any action. I would start with your divorce lawyer. If you weren't happy with him, then find a new...

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We have a 4 family house and would like to add our daughter's name to the deed WROS

Richard's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

The answer will vary depending on whether there is a mortgage on the property. Someone needs to review the mortgage and see whether adding someone...

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How can I get the town EPC to proceed to bring a case to be reviewed at an EPC meeting & fine offender?

Richard's answer | Answered on September 26, 2012

Assuming you are in Connecticut, you will need a Connecticut lawyer to answer your questions. The general rule nationally is that you can not...

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In a partition lawsuit do I have to accept an offer from the other owner that is less than 1/2 the appraised value of the house

Richard's answer | Answered on September 22, 2012

If the property is not divisible, the court will order the property sold with the proceeds of the sale divided between the owners as the court...

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Would like to purchase a 50% share of a property from 1 of the owners. What is the process & can the other owner block the deal?

Richard's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

You need a very good real estate lawyer who is familiar with estate issues to safely work your way through this if you want to proceed. Hire one. ...

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What is my obligation to this realtor? Is what she did legal?

Richard's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

Did you sign the contract to sell the property at the present price? Did the contract say the broker would be paid? If the answer to both...

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Who is financially responsible for mortgage, taxes, etc. for estate? I'm executor and cannot afford to pay them.

Richard's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

you don't say what the house is worth. Is there equity in the house? Are there other estate assets from which to pay the mortgage and taxes? ...

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How can I get out if I have co-signed a home loan for a friend?

Richard's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

If your friend is willing to convey title to you, you could take over the mortgage. You can take over paying the mortgage without taking title,...

Richard J. Brickwedde's Answers (651)

How is equity determined when a refi is done with a person you have added to the bldg and which you are selling.

What legal defense do I have against a claim that water leaked from my unit causing damage to the other tenant's property?

I am a divorced disabled mom . I want to add someone to my deed. can I and how

We have a 4 family house and would like to add our daughter's name to the deed WROS

How can I get the town EPC to proceed to bring a case to be reviewed at an EPC meeting & fine offender?

In a partition lawsuit do I have to accept an offer from the other owner that is less than 1/2 the appraised value of the house

Would like to purchase a 50% share of a property from 1 of the owners. What is the process & can the other owner block the deal?

What is my obligation to this realtor? Is what she did legal?

Who is financially responsible for mortgage, taxes, etc. for estate? I'm executor and cannot afford to pay them.

How can I get out if I have co-signed a home loan for a friend?