What is the fastest and least expensive way to rid a recently purchased, bank owned property, that is inhabited by squatters?

I am sorry, but this is why I advise clients not to buy either from a sheriff sale or an REO (now on internet auction sites too) unless the house...

Are Life Insurance Proceeds Received From My Mother's Death Before A Foreclosure Seizable  In A Deficiency Judgement ?

It depends on who was foreclosed on and who received the proceeds and if there is a deficiency judgment, as well as all the other relevant facts. ...

I assumed ownership of my parents rental property with signed leases with their current tenants,.

The leases should tell you exactly what the terms are. It sounds like the lease automatically renews for a certain period if there was no notice...

Unless the creditor has obtained a judgment against you by suing you in court, no matter what it threatens, it cannot garnish anything. If the...

I'm in PA and can't seem to find a lawyer that actually does know how to defend a mortgage fore-closure , can anyone refer me 1

I am sorry you have gotten taken by some loan modification schemes, I usually recommend against them. However, it sounds like you have lived in...

RESPONDING TO LAW SUIT IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEA, ALLENTOWN PA

Please call or go to your local Bar Association (their number should be on the complaint) and request a free or discounted consultation with an...

Can I sell home if work was done on it without a municipal permit that is required?

Just some practical advice here that may seem counter-intuitive, but I suggest you go to the proper codes office and tell them about the problem. ...

If I wait to file bankruptcy, can there be consequences?

I am very sorry for your troubles. You have many legal options, some good, some not so good - and there are many experienced attorneys who can...

Follow up... for Attorney Robert John Carey

Thank you for clarifying, but the fact remains - even if you did nothing "official", you are the owner if you have satisfied the requirements of...

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I want to know my rights under a PA contract to purchase a home. The appraisal came in well below the agreed to purchase price,

You should have an experienced Real Estate Attorney review the Agreement of Sale as it relates to Damages for Buyer breach and Mediation. I hope...