Do I have a legal civil matter for 1/2 the mortgage if he abandoned our legal agreement on the loan ?

If you both signed the mortgage, then he is obligated to pay but the bank can collect from either of you. You are both jointly and severally...

It is not a violation for the bank to contact you after bankruptcy. Although you were relieved of liability under the note, you still own the...

How can I fill out a paper appearance if i cannot go to court because I have to work?

You can go to the courthouse anytime before the return date to file your Appearance and pay the fee. You are also required to file an answer or...

I just wanted to know how long after sale date is confirmed and right to possession is over will the eviction take place

Sheriff can evict you anytime after right to possession expires. You will get notice posted to door with eviction date.

Mortgage upside down-need to sell/move short sale or options?

Short sale is definitely the best option if you don't qualify for another loan modification. Contrary to advice below, you do need an attorney...

Dad died a year ago. Sister lives in the house, how long does she have to just do nothing about this?

The only way to know for sure is doing a title search - that will show the latest deed and chain of title since your dad bought the property. If...

Has there been some kind of legislation passed recently that would stop law suits against Mortgage Companies for violations

Without knowing more about the purported violations, I can't comment about pursuing any remedies against the bank. Normally any alleged...

Can I avoid foreclosure by filing bankruptcy

Your stepdaughter should consider filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy, if she can afford to keep her home. The first mortgage is reaffirmed and its...

How can I best use mediation to avoid foreclosure on my home?

Mediation works very well in Cook County. I have successfully negotiated many loan modifications for clients as a pro bono attorney with Chicago...

You may have been a victim of identity theft, or the credit reporting agency may have made a mistake. Either way, you are entitle to receive a...