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My mother sold me her home and i recieved the deed in my name i would like to sell that house back to her

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

Your question shows you need to hire a lawyer to handle transferring the property back to your mother. The process involves much more than...

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I bought property in North Carolina in 2007 for $166,000 today its worth $6000. The bank wont work with me Can I just walk away

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

Mike, None of your numbers make sense. You bought property eight years ago for $166,000 and it has lost over 95 percent of it's value, yet you...

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I'm Pro se, in the middle of Trial. How I can make sure the 209A Police reports can be used as evidence to help my divorce case.

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

Please take Mr. Rafter's words to heart. Police reports ARE hearsay. What rules of evidence can you use to get around that fact? You are doing...

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My friend has died and left me as executor. Should I read the will before turning down the job as executor?

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

Being an executor is not easy and, depending on the complexity of your friend's estate, could be a considerable chore. Read the will and make your...

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Am I required to pay rent for the month after I move out?

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 23, 2015

If you have a written lease, the agreement will provide your answer. If you were on a month-to-month tenancy, 30 days notice is needed to vacate. ...

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Cannot find spouse

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

If the judge grants the substituted service, you publish the notice once a week for four weeks. Then file proof of publication (tear sheets and...

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When a mistrial is declared does that mean that all previous

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

Nothing has become moot and you are not appealing anything yet. You get to pick a new jury and start the trial over again. Take to heart the...

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Recovery of assets in Virginia estate

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

Use a lawyer to help you. You have a legal and factual morass ahead of you if the decedent was taken advantage of by a former, trusted agent. ...

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How do I get my earnest money back

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

Usually, you don't. Read your contract. That will tell you if and how to get your deposit back.

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What type of lawyers I should retain

Stephen's answer | Answered on July 22, 2015

You already have a lawyer. Use him and let him advise you if you need further legal help.

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