When purchasing a new commercial property, can I raise the rent?

The purchase is likely subject to the current leases. The terms of the lease would provide the ability to raise rents or obviously upon renewal or...

Bankruptcy

Yes probably. Credit card issuers periodically check your credit (its known as a soft pull because it does not affect your credit score) and they...

Can a credit card company with a judgement against the spouse garnish the other spouses wages?

No. The debt collector may not garnish a spouse's wages that is not an obligor on the debt and listed in the judgment

You are required to pay for work performed and they are required to perform the work agreed to. They may place a lien on the house. Your recourse...

Can a Fl. City Government Pension be garnished, or the account where it is direct deposited freeze?

If Capital One obtains a judgment, it can attempt to garnish your bank account that would require you to file a claim of exemption. You or your...

I have been served to appear in court for a medical debt. Do I have to go?

Failure to answer or appear at the pre trial conference/mediation will result in the debt collector being awarded a default judgment. Once they...

Credit card harassment

Yes. Harassment is subjective but any calls discussing the debt with non-family third parties is definitely harassment. Consult a debt collection...

Can a debt collector continue to call daily even after receiving a wage garnishment?

The debt collector is not prohibited from attempting to collect the debt even if there is a garnishment order but it is still subject to the state...

How much can a married couple make in florida and still be able to file a chapter 7 bankruptcy

That's right. There is a formula.. But you need to sit down and have a Bankruptcy Attorney review your income, assets and liabilities and discuss...

What is the statute of limitations on a promissory note?

Generally you have five years on contracts in Florida. However, the time begins when demand for payment in full is made not from date of last...