I have a returned check for 8000.00 from a contractor who has never paid me.

Definitely speak to an attorney. Many attorney's will schedule a free consultation where you can bring all of your paperwork for them to review. ...

Can I discharge my mortgage deficiency in bankruptcy if I claim the debt during divorce?

Yes, you can discharge your mortgage deficiency in a bankruptcy. You do need to be careful of indemnifying your wife against the debt in the...

What do lawyers who specialize in animal welfare normally get a ba in?

Definitely major in something that teaches you to write and speak well.

With a foreclosure can they do anything to you besides ruin your credit?

Yes, the bank can sue you for the deficiency and attempt to collect. The bank can also forgive the debt which can possibly create tax issues.

My Chapter 7 BR was discharged in Feb 12. My mtg & HELOC was included in the BR. Paymts are current. What are the bank options

The bankruptcy discharge will wipe out your personal liability under the HELOC as long as you did not reaffirm the debt in your bankruptcy. If so,...

In my experience banks usually just hire towing company to pick up your vehicle if it decides to repossess. You should call my office at (407)...

Lien on my property in florida that i own i have title.

There are two ways to fix the problem. First, you can hope that the bank takes the initiative to go back to the court and fix the final judgment. ...

Can a second homes mortgage be cram-down in a chapter 7 filing and payment arrangements made

The term "cram-down" in a Chapter 13 refers to lowering the amount of a secured debt to match the value of the collateral. The term "cram-down" in...

I currently hold the mortgage for a property I have sold. The buyer has not paid the 2010 property taxes.

Your rights are governed by the Note and Mortgage that you should have signed with the current owner. You need to look at those documents to...

I am an active duty soldier whose home was wrongfully foreclosed by HOA and titled to a third party. I want to file a lawsuit!

Possibly, did you check whether the HOA made all of the required disclosures and took the correct steps to provide with you with notice? If not,...