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What are our rights as tenants? Do have to continue paying rent when we can't use a portion of the house, and it reeks of sewage
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Answered on August 14, 2014
You are entitled to a rent reduction for the portion of the residence that is uninhabitable. If you and your landlord cannot agree on a reasonable...
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Can a judge force a sale if it is titled to two people.
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Answered on August 13, 2014
As Mr. Frederick indicates the judge does have the power to force a sale of the home so that your ex is no longer liable on the mortgage. You must...
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2 brothers are listed on a deed with right of survivorship. If one dies, does the deceased's wife have any claim to the property
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Answered on August 13, 2014
No. Rights of survivorship mean that the property goes to the survivor free of claims by the estate of the deceased owner.
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We have both names on the deed, my husband wants to have me sign off, what happens if I do?
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Answered on August 12, 2014
I concur with Mr. Frederick. Do not sign a deed until you discuss this matter with an attorney.
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Is it worth suing my roommates for rent?
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Answered on August 12, 2014
Your claim will "accrue" over time as more and more of their share of their rent is unpaid. You cannot sue for the entire amount until it is due. ...
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A couple is denying full payment for a wedding reception service
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Answered on August 11, 2014
If you cannot reach a settlement that is acceptable to you, you'll need to file a small claims court action in District Court where they live -...
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The person I'm in a land contract with wants to charge me back taxes from 2012 but I've only occupy the property for a year can
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Answered on August 10, 2014
As noted in the previous answers, it isn't possible to give a complete answer to your question without reading your Land Contract and closing...
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Do I need liability insurance on vacant property
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Answered on August 09, 2014
Yes, unless you have few assets and are therefor "judgment proof". Shop around.
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Contesting a quit claim deed.
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Answered on August 08, 2014
Your mother will need to take the relevant documents to an attorney to help sort out the situation. It is possible that an attorney confronts your...
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A writ of eviction was posted on my foreclosed home in MI. It says I have 24 hrs to vacate. Will sheriff put me tomorrow?
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Answered on August 08, 2014
Contact the official listed on the notice and discuss a date upon which you will be able to vacate (within the next day or two). The Sheriff would...
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