Can i tell my new neighbor that he cant drive on the road thru my property?

I am not sure that wanting to know where the property line is located is "being a real dick." This is something that should be cleared up by a...

I have a homestead question

The answer to your question depends on the size of the lots and their location. You are entitled to a homestead of 160 contiguous acres outside a...

You have not invested in the property, you have paid rent for using it. As a tenant, you do not have any special rights in the property, nor do...

Plats generally delineate the location of roads, lots, and easements. They do not generally contain covenants. In many cases in which the HOA...

Are we responsible to pay for the trimming and/or removal of a tree, if blown over onto a neighbor's fence, during a hurricane?

Generally, a tree falling is considered an Act of God and the owner of the land on which the tree is located is not liable. The neighbor should...

When transferring property from one family member to another, which is best a Quit Claim Deed or a Warranty Deed?

While both a quit claim deed and a warranty deed will transfer title. However most experienced real estate lawyers prefer to use warranty deeds in...

How to leave the house to my daughter and avoid probate

Yes, there are several ways you can make sure your daughter gets the property outside of probate when you pass on. However all of the ways have...

Does dual occupancy on a deed mean the same as loan survivorship if the one responsible for the mortgage dies.

"Dual occupancy" and "loan survivorship" are not legal terms. An experienced real estate lawyer in your area can review your deed, answer your...

How do I add my name to a deed?

While a quit claim deed would work, for a number of reasons, most experienced real estate lawyers prefer to use warranty deeds or this type of...

Do I have a case against the seller, seller's realator, my realator, title personnel, or the mortgage bank or against all?

Your title policy probably has a disclosure of the easements, but you were not advised of their importance at your closing. A title company cannot...