I took over mortgage of fathers home years ago, he passed away. Can I challenge his wife (step mothers) rights to the home?

There's no magic "case" - your step mom has to probate the will, and in that proceeding you can challenge its validity or seek some sort of...

Do i have responsibility with my tenant after the hurricane Irma for his expenses for five days with out power?

Why? it wasn't YOUR fault that Irma damaged the property (we lawyers call this an "act of nature" - or of God). You may be responsible to rebate...

Can I send an individual who did no upkeep on a house a 1099?

Ask the lawyer you had represent you in the closing, or your accountant. gsg

What is my path forward?

Sure. Just consult with, and retain a good local Landlords attorney. And stay off the web. This is a basic Q and A forum, not a "how to litigate...

Your facts are a bit confusing. It seems like the mortgagee here was just trying to get you to pay for the insurance for the lender (NOT YOU) -...

Does advance rent to my landlord permit me to stay longer than 15 days given in notice?

I agree - NO. Assuming it is valid and appropriate your tenancy expires on the date stated in the 15 day notice. Your Landlord should refund the...

What 'you" want (or think is reasonable or fair, is not relevant, sorry. Under your governing docs (that you agreed to), the HOA lawyer is entitled...

Can Note Holder invalidate default claim By fraud, prevent payment on 1st mortg. for 6 months & superseding NON-modify Contract?

Sorry, but this is far too complicated (and fact-intensive) a matter for any sort of meaningful response here on line; what's more, if this loan is...

What is the fastest way I can evict my son and his girlfriend from my home?

Retain a good local landlord attorney and petition for "unlawful detainer'"under Chapter 82 Florida Statutes. But you should really try to work it...

Rent reduction?

I agree with my colleagues; one can always ask; but unless your lease requires the rent to be prorated under such circumstances, your landlord does...