How do I get relieved of a promissory note from a short sale? I can't afford to keep paying on it.

Because you both signed the Note, you owe the money. Bankruptcy is a harsh alternative but it may be your only one. You should contact the bank,...

I agree with attorney Drueke, just record the easement, IF it is recordable. You should also get a title search by a title company to make sure...

Can a mortgage co./bank call to have electric service shut off on a house that is current with said utility bill?

I agree with attorney Stearn. Until the bank has possession of the home and the utilities are in its name, they cannot have the utilities shut...

How do I obtain a "warranty deed"?

Your land contract will state whether your seller has an obligation to grant you a "Warranty Deed". If it is silent on this issue, the Quit...

Forgery is against the law and you can sue for the resulting damages IF forgery can be proven. It may even be possible to cancel a transaction...

Is it possible to turn over a property to satisfy a lien?

The lender is not likely to accept the lot in lieu of payment although it is possible and perfectly legal. As has been suggested, you may be better...

Title Co. in Michigan used a forged pre-authorization for payoff documents

Forgery is prohibited by numerous laws in the state, especially in the areas of personal banking records and real estate transactions. You need...

How to hire a real estate agent that will represent me in an offer on my house

Lots of real good questions. You need to be able to trust whomever it is you are dealing with. Also you need sound legal advice to properly...

Once a property has gone into foreclosure, can it be put up for action prior to the bank having taken possession of the property

Your letter raised a lot of legal issues beyond those you asked. A complete review of just what occurred needs to happen. It doesn't sound...

I sold one of my daughter a house in July of 2005 and she has not paid it off. I also did a quick claim deed in Oct of 2005

If you deeded the property to her, it is her house. At the time a promissory note secured by a mortgage should have been obtained by you, the...