Questions answered by Ross Cameron Hart

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If a beneficiary dies without a will before an estate is settled, how is the estate divided?

Ross's answer | Answered on November 30, 2015

I'm assuming the 'sibling' who died did so AFTER June 2013. Short answer - the share of the one who died goes through his/her estate. Since you...

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How do you refinance a house to remove owner with tenants in common agreement?

Ross's answer | Answered on November 30, 2015

As my colleagues have indicated, the answer is filled with complexities. And depending on her age 'giving away' her interest could affect her...

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Can my unlawful detainer case get dismissed?

Ross's answer | Answered on November 30, 2015

Your divorce attorney needs to get into this pronto - maybe with the input of a landlord-tenant colleague. Her actions could affect your credit...

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Is there paperwork needed before I appear in court if I am trying to get a redemption. And where do i get it

Ross's answer | Answered on November 25, 2015

By "Redemption" I presume you're paying all rent, late charges, fees and costs to satisfy the Unlawful Detainer your landlord has filed. And that...

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Is a contract binding if both parties didn't sign?

Ross's answer | Answered on November 24, 2015

I agree - you'll probably need to take all the stuff to a lawyer to review. You didn't say why you're asking so, being a lawyer, I presume there's...

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If I perform a quit claim deed, will this protect remaining partner from creditor that may come after me

Ross's answer | Answered on November 20, 2015

A transfer without adequate consideration is considered a fraudulent conveyance and the creditor - if they figure it out - can challenge it. Also a...

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Can I be evicted from a hotel without a court order?

Ross's answer | Answered on November 20, 2015

You will have to check with an attorney in your area - however since it's your primary residence it may be subject to the the landlord tenant act. ...

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I have a house that was a quick claim deeded in my name, which has been recorded at the courthouse. The loan is in my stepfather

Ross's answer | Answered on November 19, 2015

Your question is somewhat confusing. From what I can guess from your facts: 1) your mother had a house with a loan on it. 2) your mother...

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Do I use a deed of general warranty or special warranty?

Ross's answer | Answered on November 19, 2015

My colleague is correct - get a lawyer to do it right. As far as your question, frankly it doesn't matter and the trust can even 'quitclaim' the...

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Mother's estate has credit card debt of $10,000 and cash of $1,000. House willed to daughter.

Ross's answer | Answered on November 19, 2015

I agree with Mr. Farr - as usual - and emphasize that you HAVE to see a qualified probate lawyer. What most people consider 'probate' is actually...

Ross Cameron Hart's Answers (3910)

If a beneficiary dies without a will before an estate is settled, how is the estate divided?

How do you refinance a house to remove owner with tenants in common agreement?

Can my unlawful detainer case get dismissed?

Is there paperwork needed before I appear in court if I am trying to get a redemption. And where do i get it

Is a contract binding if both parties didn't sign?

If I perform a quit claim deed, will this protect remaining partner from creditor that may come after me

Can I be evicted from a hotel without a court order?

I have a house that was a quick claim deeded in my name, which has been recorded at the courthouse. The loan is in my stepfather

Do I use a deed of general warranty or special warranty?

Mother's estate has credit card debt of $10,000 and cash of $1,000. House willed to daughter.