How long does a trust stay open, can you close one?

Trusts vary as to their terms. Most do not automatically terminate at the death of a trustee. Many can be revoked or terminated at the settlor or...

How would an attorney know if his client passed away to notify next of kin

Generally, the lawyer would not independently know of his/her client's passing. It's usually the next of kin that notifies the attorney, not the...

Is a real estate contract for a residential property legally binding if it is written on a commercial real estate contract?

Technically, a commercial contract would likely be legally binding for the purchase of residential real property, so long as certain basic...

Owning property along with a non-spouse does not offer creditor protection to a judgment debtor. Married couples who co-own property "by the...

Can I sell?

A survey is not a legal requirement for the sale, but it is a good idea. Customarily, at least here in Lee County, the purchaser generally pays...

I have a revocable trust with the only thing in it is my house. The trust was registered with the county.

Reverse mortgages are non-recourse loans which means that borrowers do not owe any deficiency. In other words, if the property ends up being worth...

Do I have any recourse for making owner pay me back when she didn't pay mortgage and house now in foreclosure?

Unfortunately, there is probably little useful legal recourse in your case. You would have to begin by analyzing the terms of your lease as there...

If a person moves themselves and their belongings out of my house but returns in two weeks do I have to allow them to move back?

Filling out a change of address form for a child's school (or failing to do so) is not controlling. Moving out of the premises for a period of 2...

Transfer property deeded to my son via Lady Bird Deed to a Trust

A true enhanced life estate deed would not need to be "revoked", as you would have retained the right to transfer title therein. However,...

Do I need to update my will if my daughters address changed? She still lives in the same city.

So long as it she is otherwise clearly identified, there is no requirement to execute a new Will or Codicil after the individual changes her address.