If I walk away from my house and mortgage, can the mortgage company make me pay the difference owed after foreclosure sale?

If I understand the law correctly. Washington State is a predominately non-recourse state. Meaning in the vast majority of residential mortgage...

My house was sold in auction this past Friday. I have been working with Chase on getting a short sale approved. I have a buyer

I have seen homeowners complete a short-sale after the sale of the property at auction by following the same strategy you are following. I am not...

I agree with my colleagues. If the car loan is paid, you are entitled to the title. I hope this helps. Respectfully, Steven A....

Non exempt property equity liens payouts

I agree with my colleagues. There is not any equity to claim for your husband's homestead exemption. And, you should see an experienced lawyer to...

Do i have to file my tax return with my husband even dought i havent petition for him

Filing jointly is not mandatory, but often beneficial. Speak to a tax professional in your area. I hope this helps. Respectfully, Steven A....

My new wife needs to file bankruptcy from previous marriage foreclosure...does this effect me?

It is OK to have a joint checking account - however, the money in the account is considered her asset. So, if you have a sizable amount of money,...

Old creditor after bankruptcy discharged

Generally, all dischargeable debt is discharged in a "no-asset" Chapter 7 case, even if the creditor was not listed in the schedules. However, if...

Can I charge my tenant rent although I am not paying the mortgage?

The property in foreclosure does not relieve the tenants obligation to pay rent. If the tenant does not pay the rent the landlord retains all of...

There is nothing illegal about asking for credit card information. You do not, however, have to give them this information. If this bothers you,...

I won a judgement against someone who is refusing to pay. If I place a lien on his property can he include that in his bankrupst

I agree with my colleagues, the timing doesn't seem right. If you received a judgment after he filed for protection under the bankruptcy law for a...