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I need advice on how to proceed. I have a quit claim deed but my brother is not getting back to me about signing it. Can I sue?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

Love Davie! Lived there many years. As for your dilemma, first off, I agree with my colleagues comments; and the answer to your question is...

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Can he do this?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

Although many folks don't know this (some attorneys included) - "post-dating" a check has absolutely no effect whatsoever. A check is a "demand"...

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How much do attorney's usually charge to do a contract for a home being purchased through family member?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

Sorry, there's no pat answer here. The fact that its inter-family is not significant; the same work will essentially need to be done as a regular...

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How should I go about getting my hair off the deposit back? And where can I find the applicable rules applying to my situation?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 23, 2016

I think I have to agree with my colleague here; since your roomate essentially paid the deposit (i.e., as far as the LL knows) your best recourse...

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#1. Can he withhold what rent I haven't used since I haven't stayed the full month? #2. Can he withhold my personal belongings?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 23, 2016

I think you need to be concerned for your own safety here, and should seek a consult with a local real estate attorney, perhaps file a police...

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Can 5 people legally stay in a 3 bedroom apartment..?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 23, 2016

On these facts, yes, it's legal. gsg

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Does the signing of the recusal order mean the denial is not valid then since the recusal was signed before the denial?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 22, 2016

One would have to review the transcript of record, because it sounds as if the judge just mistakenly SIGNED the wrong order "first." The lawyer...

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Can I be evicted if I've never been late with my rent what happens to tenant place under foreclosure owner loses it

Gary's answer | Answered on April 22, 2016

Sorry but you don't provide enough facts for a proper answer. Section 83.20 provides several grounds for eviction (holdover tenant; failure to...

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Is there really a rule about how to park inside an apartment complex? And if it is someone else (tow company) are they allowed?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 22, 2016

If there were, they would be contained within your lease. And unless the sticker (ITSELF) has a contact name and number (with whom you can verify...

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Can I proceed legally to have these tenants evicted?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 22, 2016

I would agree with my colleague. Eviction is an action that is most typically used to retake possession of real property YOU own. If this is the...

Gary Steven Gaffney's Answers (28473)

I need advice on how to proceed. I have a quit claim deed but my brother is not getting back to me about signing it. Can I sue?

Can he do this?

How much do attorney's usually charge to do a contract for a home being purchased through family member?

How should I go about getting my hair off the deposit back? And where can I find the applicable rules applying to my situation?

#1. Can he withhold what rent I haven't used since I haven't stayed the full month? #2. Can he withhold my personal belongings?

Can 5 people legally stay in a 3 bedroom apartment..?

Does the signing of the recusal order mean the denial is not valid then since the recusal was signed before the denial?

Can I be evicted if I've never been late with my rent what happens to tenant place under foreclosure owner loses it

Is there really a rule about how to park inside an apartment complex? And if it is someone else (tow company) are they allowed?

Can I proceed legally to have these tenants evicted?