Questions answered by Michael S ('Mike') Hagen

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I need to obtain a refund from an attorney...what do I do

Michael's answer | Answered on July 13, 2011

Call his office and schedule an in person meeting with your attorney to discuss your concerns. You may or may not be eligible for a refund of fees...

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Should you tell your mortgage company if you receive a HOA lien?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 13, 2011

It is almost certain that you must inform your lender of the HOA lien or unpaid balance. Your loan modification package will incude a section where...

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My mother had her foreclosure mediation Friday (2 days ago). She reluctantly signed papers getting "cash for keys". The bank

Michael's answer | Answered on July 11, 2011

Because your mother is represented in this matter, it would be improper for me to comment on the specifics of this case, however, I will offer a...

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I just bought a Condo at auction, HOA forclosure. There is a large mortage and the bank will end up foreclosing.

Michael's answer | Answered on July 11, 2011

This situation is certainly one in which you should consult with a real estate/foreclosure defense attorney. While you are not obligated to pay the...

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I purchased a house in May, now I find out the Septic drain field is bad, do I have any recourse that could lower my expenses?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 08, 2011

You may potentially have redress against the seller or the home inspectors. Was this a sale pursuant to an "as-is" contract? Did it have an...

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Lease Question

Michael's answer | Answered on July 07, 2011

I will try to address the lease issues. The custody and child support issues are outside of my area of practice. You are not going to be able...

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Who has more equity on a property with two names on a unrecorded quit claim deed that was not filed with the court ?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 05, 2011

As often is the case, I am going to have to make some assumptions here as not all of the necessary facts are stated. I assume that the original,...

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Will my husbands share of heritance go to me if he was to pass away and he writes it in a will?

Michael's answer | Answered on July 05, 2011

This issue is complicated by the fact that Peurto Rico law is a factor in the answer and I am not licensed there but only in FL. If the house first...

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Does being a party to a foreclosure action eventually end up on the credit report.

Michael's answer | Answered on July 02, 2011

I am a FL attorney, not licensed in Michigan, so this is a general treatment of this topic not intended to provide you with legal advice. 1. A...

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My house is going up for sale in a week, I have found out the mortgage company can not find original deed, can I stop the sale

Michael's answer | Answered on June 30, 2011

Your question makes it appear that you have not had an attorney representing you in this case. Although a final judgment can sometimes be set...

Michael S ('Mike') Hagen's Answers (802)

I need to obtain a refund from an attorney...what do I do

Should you tell your mortgage company if you receive a HOA lien?

My mother had her foreclosure mediation Friday (2 days ago). She reluctantly signed papers getting "cash for keys". The bank

I just bought a Condo at auction, HOA forclosure. There is a large mortage and the bank will end up foreclosing.

I purchased a house in May, now I find out the Septic drain field is bad, do I have any recourse that could lower my expenses?

Lease Question

Who has more equity on a property with two names on a unrecorded quit claim deed that was not filed with the court ?

Will my husbands share of heritance go to me if he was to pass away and he writes it in a will?

Does being a party to a foreclosure action eventually end up on the credit report.

My house is going up for sale in a week, I have found out the mortgage company can not find original deed, can I stop the sale