How do I file a deed in the Manatee county public records and make sure it appears "in the chain of title" for that property?

Documents recorded in the public records of a county are indexed by the clerk by legal description, and grantor/grantee. There is no magic in a...

You should notify your neighbor that the dead tree is threatening your property. You should also make sure that you have paid the premium on your...

Are purchasers of a house jointly subject to gift tax?

If someone gives a gift to another person, there are federal gift tax consequences. It two people buy a property together in a manner in which...

How can I protect myself legally from a defiencey on a foreclosed home in a recourse state?

Unfortunately, since you signed the promissory note, you are responsible for the amount you and your husband borrowed unless the bank agrees to...

Signed a lease with 1 owner of property. Owner gave property to "ex" in divorce. "ex" wants us out to sell.

It is likely that your lease is valid and enforceable against the "ex.". However, a complete answer would depend on the wording of your lease and...

My Partner found assets in a corp that he closed down. Should I buy the assets of a corporation or reinstate the corp ?

If the corporation has been dissolved, you should buy the assets rather than trying to reinstate the corporation. Officers of the dissolved...

Non profit entity (not a charity) owns an earthen dam. We are having problems with vandalism.

Non residents can be arrested for trespass, but residents and their guests can use the dam for legitimate purposes. If you want to prevent...

How can seller cancel an offer for a short sale and accept another offer?

In a short sale, the seller is asking the bank to release the mortgage for less than the amount it is owed. The bank does not have to agree to...

The witnesses must actually see the grantor sign the deed. The notary can take an acknowledgement after the document is signed. If you are unsure...

What happens when an LLC distributes real estate?

A single member LLC is a disregarded entity for tax purposes. A distribution from such an LLC would have no tax impact.