Depends, what does the contract say in relation to earnest money. If earnest money was required as part of the contract and they failed to tender...

Is it better to raise dues or to special access every time a major project comes up in our neighborhood?

First, you are never going to please all the members no matter how hard you try. HOA's are unique places and often are plagued with "vocal"...

Homeowner looking for advice (free consultation) regarding construction defects.

Construction issues and "punch list" warranty issues are often complicated. These types of cases often require an expert to go through your house...

What should I do?

Your issue is really too complicated to be answered in a forum such as this. You need to take all the documentation you have to a local attorney...

If you have to have an ancillary probate, will the second state receive information from the intial probate?

Yes, in order to open up an estate after 10 years, you will have to show the Court that a will was previously probated at your father's domicile,...

When real estate goes through probate, is a search for heirs conducted?

Depends. An Estate is opened in SC by filing a Form 300 and a death certificate. (There may be other forms potentially depending on the situation....

How can I dispute a break in lease ?

The South Carolina Residential Landlord Tenant Act has specific procedures for breaking a lease for health and other reasons. If you followed...

Most likely based on your explanation the answer is yes. Your Covenants and Restrictions that are filed in the County Register of Deeds Office...

You need to consult with a local attorney who can review the documents you are discussing and better advise you as to if they are valid and what...

I bought a home in South Carolina with my girlfriend 2 years ago as an investment into our future. I've paid all my bills.

Mr. Isquith is correct, you have not supplied enough information in order to provide you with a reasonable response. Depending on how title to the...