Should I pay or fight it?

Pay it. You cant fight it for only $4,000. The fees and costs alone will exceed $4,000, perhaps many times over. Just make sure you get a release...

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I assume there is nothing in writing, correct? Technically, anyone coming on the property could be deemed your invitee or guest but at the same...

Are they in contempt?

Based on your description they are. But, a thorough review of the actual decree would first be required to determine if, in fact, they have failed...

What recourse do I have? What steps should I take?

The owner is a matter of record. While the manager should disclose the true owner, you can still find out on your own. In fact, there is law that...

AFTER home was sold in short sale and closed, 1st lender came back and said they are foreclosing and advertised it. What's next?

Sounds complicated. How did you have a short sale where the first mortgage holder didn't issue a release? What do you mean the closing attorney...

How do choose the right realtor?

This is not really a legal question, but I agree it's an important component. The best advice is to ask trusted friends and colleagues for...

1099-A After Foreclosure. ..What can I do?

I cannot say whether the 1099 is correct or accurate, You should speak to a tax attorney or perhaps a CPA about it and provide all facts and...

Is there anyway that I can get out from those mortgage payments or sell the home without her permission? If I do need her permis

Are you asking how to avoid paying your mortgage? You can't unless you're prepared to fie bankruptcy. As regards your ex who wont sell, you could...

It depends. If your lease contains language protecting you from competitors, then you may have a remedy. But, if there is no agreement, lease or...

What type of attorney do I seek for the situation.

You need to determine the cause. It could be the construction.. It could be debris from multiple sources. It could be an inadequate pipe/bridge...