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We have a vacant piece of land in Florida that someone wishes to purchase, making a down payment, with us financing the balance.

Carol's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

Attorney Deason is correct, on any mortgage, the more the merrier - it just means that both individuals have agreed to accept responsibility for...

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What can I do about the refinancing mortgage company asking for signature of new spouse who is out of the country?

Carol's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

If this is a home that is homesteaded by you and your husband, then his signature is needed. Is he where he can be faxed the documents and have his...

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Relative died without a will. How can we transfer title to condo?? Found handwritten letter/will not notarized.

Carol's answer | Answered on September 27, 2012

If there is no will, did the relative die in Florida? If so, Florida's intestacy succession rules will apply. Florida will not recognize a...

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The association told me only family can live on your house, that is right? can you let me know please

Carol's answer | Answered on September 27, 2012

Attorney Deason is correct, and HOA's have a lot of latitude in what they put in their CC&R's. First, look to see what the restriction is and why....

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Is there any way for me to get out of my contract?

Carol's answer | Answered on September 26, 2012

Which side of the transaction are you on? Your question is a little confusing to me, so I ask - is the contract you are trying to break the one...

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Problem with a real estate company

Carol's answer | Answered on September 26, 2012

If the Realtor is the listing agent, he may be operating under the orders of the Seller. Yes, it is legal, and your best bet is simply pick up the...

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What is the CURRENT required amount of time to notify homeowners in an HOA of a meeting to vote on a Change or Resolution?

Carol's answer | Answered on September 26, 2012

The Board is only required to post a notice in a "conspicuous place in the community" 48-hours in advance of a meeting. (F.S. 720-303(2)) - notices...

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Fraudulent sale of home

Carol's answer | Answered on September 26, 2012

Unfortunately, what Attorney Deason says is true, but with the added caveat that the disclosure requirement is only for "latent" defects, or...

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Can I assert my rights as a beneficiary regarding my late mother's trust?

Carol's answer | Answered on September 26, 2012

Agreeing with what both of my colleagues have said, I also want to point out that you must not delay on this matter, otherwise any challenge of the...

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My offer on bank owned home in FL was accepted. When it went to title co. they said bank didn't have clear title.

Carol's answer | Answered on September 25, 2012

You have two options; 1) find another house - FL is flush with fabulous housing deals right now, or, 2) pay off the second-mortgage holder. Other...