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It will depend a bit on the nature of the case, his party status (i.e., as plaintiff or defendant), the viability/defensability, and who has title...

I don't know of any, sorry. But it should cost THAT much (a few hundred dollars, maybe more if you get a reissue on your title insurance). They...

ABUSIVE LANDLORD BEHAVIOR?

Not sure what you are asking here; but I agree - the LL's right to charge such late fees should be in the prior lease (if not, he can't charge...

What steps should we take in resolving this matter? And does the 'title insurance' that was paid in our closing protect us?

I am not licensed in Alabama so this response will be generic by necessity, but then again, the answer is relatively simple: The steps you should...

If I buy a house with both our names on the title, and he dies, does his family (parents, siblings) have any rights to my house?

It will depend on how you take title; if you take it as "tenancies by the entireities" (i.e., as husband and wife) then generally NO, his family...

About the landlord and tenants row. to

I'm sorry I can't understand your question. Can you restate? gsg

Do I quitclaim my interest to him (he doesn't sign) or do we both sign a quitclaim from the two of us to him only?

am not licensed in California, so this response will be generic by necessity. I agree with my colleague from NY (re: the tax issue) and write to...

Since my water bill keeps rising while I wait, can I have them pay it until they fix it? Can I withhold rent?

You can ask for the LL to pay, and you can withhold rent. It's better, howvwer (i.e., instecd of acting unilaterally here) to ntalk to your...

I am not licensed in NY I grew up there, have many friends and family there); this response will have to be generic by necessity I agree with my...

Real Estate

You should consult with a good local real estate attorney - this is NOT the sort of matter for which you can search for answers "on-line," sorry....