Questions answered by David Jason Merbaum

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I have a writ of possession for my property, but the case was appealed, can I still use the writ?

David's answer | Answered on February 12, 2015

No, if there is an appeal you cannot execute the writ. However, I do not think you can appeal a default on these cases and also if the appeal is...

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I rent an office in a larger office building and I am prohibited from disclosing the amount of rent I pay to anyone that asks.

David's answer | Answered on February 11, 2015

If there is not a provision in the lease or the rules and regulations that are incorporated into the lease agreement I cannot see why you could not...

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In Georgia, how does an HOA that placed a lien against property owner collect dues if the tenants are not moving at all.

David's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

yes and you can probably get attorney fees as well. You do not have to foreclose to collect the debt. There are certain notices that must be...

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My complex charged me 600.00 for damage to a gate, but won't give me the bill or invoice.can I take them to small claims court.

David's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

You have no reason to sue, they want money from you. The issue is whether they seek to dispossess you if you do not pay claiming breach of the...

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Need help with homeowners insurance claim.

David's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

Get an attorney to assist. Read the policy so you know your deadline to file a lawsuit as there are usually limits in the policy. Get all your...

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A security deposit is showing on original lease but it is not showing on new lease renewal. Should it be appear on renewed lease

David's answer | Answered on February 04, 2015

Ask the Landlord about your security deposit and where it went. It should appear on the new lease. If the Landlord is threatening eviction over...

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In ga, if default judgement was filed in 6/2007. has now gone dormant since 7 yr has past with not been enforced

David's answer | Answered on February 04, 2015

Yes the judgment can be renewed. You mentioned that there was an initial default judgment. Were you served with the papers originally.. may want...

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Eviction Debt

David's answer | Answered on February 04, 2015

It depends on what happened the first time in court. Its possible they sued for possession and the money that was due at the time of the eviction....

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Is the contractor liable for the damages?

David's answer | Answered on February 04, 2015

It would appear that if you can show that the contractor did not install the water line properly he should be liable. I would send a demand letter...

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Who owns the deed to my house if my home loan was turned over to a debt collector?

David's answer | Answered on February 03, 2015

One way to tell is to go to the courthouse or get an attorney to assist you and look at the title. There may be a delay between a transfer of...

David Jason Merbaum's Answers (508)

I have a writ of possession for my property, but the case was appealed, can I still use the writ?

I rent an office in a larger office building and I am prohibited from disclosing the amount of rent I pay to anyone that asks.

In Georgia, how does an HOA that placed a lien against property owner collect dues if the tenants are not moving at all.

My complex charged me 600.00 for damage to a gate, but won't give me the bill or invoice.can I take them to small claims court.

Need help with homeowners insurance claim.

A security deposit is showing on original lease but it is not showing on new lease renewal. Should it be appear on renewed lease

In ga, if default judgement was filed in 6/2007. has now gone dormant since 7 yr has past with not been enforced

Eviction Debt

Is the contractor liable for the damages?

Who owns the deed to my house if my home loan was turned over to a debt collector?