Questions answered by Ross Cameron Hart

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If you are named the executor in a Will, do you have to share that information to people not listed in the Will

Ross's answer | Answered on July 13, 2015

Mr. Sullivan is correct - the will is public so why not share. In my practice I am very open about who sees documents that are public by virtue...

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Is a property management company required to give rent receipts every month

Ross's answer | Answered on July 13, 2015

They will have to produce it in court. You MUST appear in court - take your original receipts AND TAKE SEVERAL PHOTOCOPIES of all receipts. Tell...

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A lien & a garnishment at the same time I cannot afford to lose that much pay is there anything I can do immediately

Ross's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

Mr. Kreitzer is correct - you need an immediate appointment with a bankruptcy attorney to review and advise of your choices. Unless the lien is...

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Can I be sued for damages or fair market rent after my home is sold at auction following foreclosure and I stayed another month?

Ross's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

Do you owe rent for while you were there? Yes. Will it be an easy case for EITHER side? no. Section 55-225.10 may apply to your situation - you...

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What are my options when a contractor threat me with mechanical lien on my property?

Ross's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

Filing a mechanics' lien is a temporary thing to mess with your property and primarily to mess with your mind. The filing of the lien only gives...

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WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE UNDER VA LAWS WHEN A PERSON DIES INSTETATE AND HAD A CONSERVATOR AND GUARDIAN? NO HOUSE IS INVOLVED WITH T

Ross's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

I've had a bunch of these. $50,000 is a critical number. If the balance in the Conservator's account is less than that, then the Virginia Small...

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Should I obtain a lawyer as a tenant of a landlord who has delinquent real estate taxes?

Ross's answer | Answered on July 08, 2015

I have represented municipalities on tax sales. There is no way to "buy the property from the city" before the auction takes place. You, or your...

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Do I need a real estate lawyer?

Ross's answer | Answered on July 06, 2015

This sounds crazy, but you may have insurance who can handle this for you or help you prove it's not owed. And if State Farm paid a claim for the...

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My brother has died of cancer. He has no heirs and no will and no estate. who is responsible for the bills?

Ross's answer | Answered on July 06, 2015

Short answer: No one. DO NOT GO TO THE COURTHOUSE TO START PROBATE. All that will do is create a lot of headache for you. If he had no assets...

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I have well water. My landlord has connected a hose to 2 other homes that he rents out near me w/o my knowledge until caught.

Ross's answer | Answered on July 05, 2015

If the landlord ran your well to other properties without your permission, you may be due a credit on your rent or even a refund. Part of it...

Ross Cameron Hart's Answers (3910)

If you are named the executor in a Will, do you have to share that information to people not listed in the Will

Is a property management company required to give rent receipts every month

A lien & a garnishment at the same time I cannot afford to lose that much pay is there anything I can do immediately

Can I be sued for damages or fair market rent after my home is sold at auction following foreclosure and I stayed another month?

What are my options when a contractor threat me with mechanical lien on my property?

WHAT IS THE PROCEDURE UNDER VA LAWS WHEN A PERSON DIES INSTETATE AND HAD A CONSERVATOR AND GUARDIAN? NO HOUSE IS INVOLVED WITH T

Should I obtain a lawyer as a tenant of a landlord who has delinquent real estate taxes?

Do I need a real estate lawyer?

My brother has died of cancer. He has no heirs and no will and no estate. who is responsible for the bills?

I have well water. My landlord has connected a hose to 2 other homes that he rents out near me w/o my knowledge until caught.