Answering in reverse, if you do not sign the hold harmless clause you are not bound by it. As to the security deposit, in Florida the general rule...

Can I give away realestate instead of cash that amounts to what I am allowed?

Yes, you can. The value of the gift in dollars will be based on fair market value (FMV), so be sure to document the property values so that if...

A HELOC is a type of mortgage. If your spouse owns a house and he lives in that house as his primary residence, then that house is his homestead....

What would legal fees be to create a coop for a brownstone with 3 apartments? My sister and I inherited the walk-up brownstone.

If you and your sister intend to keep the building and rent apartments you do not need to create a co-op or condo. If you are concerned about...

If I am forced to lease my homestead property to cover mortgage payments due to loss of job, do I lose the asset protection?

Yes. If you move out with the intention to reside elsewhere and lease your home you would lose your homestead protection against forced sale by...

Is it legal to force someone to go to a closing after a contract expires?

You should have the contract, the closing documents, and your emails reviewed by a lawyer in your area who specializes in real estate litigation....

You can obtain a copy of the mortgage from the public records. If you are in title to the property but did not sign the refinance mortgage, you can...

This sound like a lender issue. Unlike many other countries, neither the US or Florida governments restrict youi from buying a home in the USA....

My private mortgage lender is holding our insurance check, does he have the right to do this?

You need to have a lawyer read your mortgage. Most mortgages say the lender has the right to either apply the insurance money to pay off the loan,...

I sold some commerical property for $50,000. I got some of it up front & get mthly payments. The person is 2 mths behind.

You have to file suit to foreclose. They do not have to move out until after the foreclosure. If they do not move out voluntarily, you may have to...