A notary may only notarize the signature of a person who signs in his or her presence, so both should the signature and the notarization should...

Your contract with the property management company should spell out its obligations. If it did not fulfill its obligations, and you suffered...

Is there a way to avoid paying our lease break penalty

Many leases do not allow early termination at all, so count yourself lucky that you are not liable for the entire year's rent. It sounds like your...

Do I have to deal with the recovery consultant if the collections against my credit are false and are the phone companies fault?

North Carolina law prohibits both creditors and collection agencies from attempting to collect amounts that are not due. In addition, federal law...

One person signed lease on a two person lease. no longer afford apartment, what can be done?

The landlord cannot force you physically to move into the apartment. If you fail to move in and pay rent, however, the landlord may have grounds...

Is this still true in the State of NC?

Yes, that is correct. Read the law here: http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/HTML/BySection/Chapter_52/GS_52-13.html. ...

Is there a legal issue with my daugher dating and possibly marrying the great grand son of my Father's sister in Virginia

North Carolina prohibits marriages between persons who are "double cousins" and those who have a family relationship CLOSER than than that of first...

I am late in rent this month, can the apartment complex evict me without us going to court.

The rules of the eviction process are different depending on whether the tenant lives in a private rental or in public housing. For a private...

What are the best options for a judgement that I cannot pay

The party who wins a lawsuit can collect (or “execute”) on the judgment awarded. He or she can ask a county sheriff to seize the losing party’s...

I am owner with 8 brothers & siters of a house in Fayetteville NC.I want to sell out my share how do i go about doing it.

North Carolina law does not prevent a part-owner of real estate from selling her share. Transfer of ownership occurs by deed. An attorney can...