While it can be done, there may be some expensive tax consequences. It will be worth your time to consult with an attorney who practices real...

Are there Legal Aid Offices or waivers I can file in the State of New York in order for me to collect a judgment?

As a general rule, most legal aid organizations do not assist with judgment enforcement. You should contact a private attorney to discuss your...

I received a hand written notice of eviction stating that I should be out by the middle of next month. can they do that?

The landlord need not type a tenancy termination notice. As my colleagues indicate, it's less important to worry about form and instead focus on...

Can a settlement agreement to evict be vacated if the tenants discover they are tenants in common on the last deed recorded?

You are wise to bring a copy of the most recent deed, along with your lease (if any) and any papers connected with this eviction proceeding to an...

I have a property that is landlocked , I have been given tickets for code violations , is this legal ?

As my colleagues indicate, you have two separate and distinct issues. The first is the matter of code violations. The second is the matter of...

That is a very serious charge. The points, fines, potential jail time, and potentially increased insurance rates are not to be trifled with pro se....

Please refer to information posted on the New York Department of State's website regarding the the real estate salesperson...

I had a law professor who referred to co-signing documents as a "debt wish." The point of my anecdote is this: by co-signing or acting as a...

Do I have any course of action (criminally or civil) to sue for damages or harrassment from someone trying to collect a debt.

If, as you describe, it was the other party who showed up at your employer, it's very likely not an FDCPA violation.

We are almost 6 months into a two year signed rental agreement with our landlords. They recently did a home inspection with pics

If you have a written lease, check for a provision about the landlord's access to the property to show it to prospective purchasers. I agree...