Can a second mortgage foreclose if the first just got a mod and both are with the same bank

A second can foreclose. Whether it will now or not is another question - some will just sue you on the note and try to garnish wages or bank...

We're $20k underwater on a $176k mortgage in VA. Must sell to relocate. If we can pre-pay our deficiency from savings, what

Whether the lender would pursue you for a deficiency depends on the facts. Generally, if a lender accepts a deed in lieu, it would not be possible...

If spouses file chapter 7 separately, should it be done concurrent or after one has concluded

This is a very fact-specific question. Normally, spouses will file together. However, there may be issues associated with the means test that...

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What rights do we have if our landlord does not pay the mortgage and the house is in foreclosure?

Under the Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act of 2009, http://www.fdic.gov/news/news/financial/2009/fil09056a.pdf, you are entitled to remain in...

Ch 7 Bankruptcy; can IRS debt be PAID (not discharged) as a result of the bankruptcy?

Yes, the tax debt will be paid as priority debt ahead of other debt.

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If the Bill of Particulars is not filed by the date, what happens to the case?

Summary judgment may be entered for the defendant due to the late filing, but many judges will excuse it. The plaintiff could also nonsuit the...

Can lender go after assests as a result of investment foreclosure (such as primary residence, savings etc). all properties in md

Yes - the lender can get a deficiency judgment if you are personally liable on the debt, and can then pursue collection from your other assets. ...

Case dropped so who pays for court reporter?

Generally speaking, if your lawyer hired a court reporter for your case in accordance with representation of you, it will be your responsibility to...

Who has legal copyright of a court case whom someone else is selling trasnscripts of claiming copyright to the case.

Neither one of you owns the copyright to an actual public record court transcript.

Legally how many days do you have after a home is sold due to forclosure to vacate the home?

There is no fixed period of time. Once the sale is completed and closing occurs, you no longer have a right to reside there, but it can take...