How many days should I give notice and how to evict non-paying tenants in foreclosed property

Typically a 90 day notice is required but for non payment 5 day notice should suffice so long as you gave the tenant proper notice that you are...

Is having the both the seller and End Buyer pay the closing cost legal in Illinois in a Transactional Funding?

In a typical real estate transaction the seller pays for the owners title insurance policy and the buyer pays the escrow fees and the lenders...

If an investor has a % of net profits, can't the business owner just take most (or even all) of it as a salary "expense"?

You need to have this carved out in the operating agreement/shareholders agreement and/or bylaws of the corporation. I would restrict salary to a...

Can I get Default judgment is tenant moved but was not served?

You'll need to get former the tenant served to get any sort of judgment against them. If this is in Cook County you will need to use the sheriff...

Bought house from grandma. Are the items left in the house legally mine if it wasn't listed in the property sale?

Typically at a closing the seller provides you with a bill of sale for all personal property ( ie stoves, appliances, etc). If this was a standard...

Photographer was paid to provide services under a contract. 1 year later and nothing received from photographer.

From your post it appears you have a case. You should have an attorney review your contract and file a small claims case if necessary. Often...

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What do collection attorneys/agencies charge? Flat fee or percentage?

You will need to file a third party citation against the bank to freeze the account and seek a turnover. Assuming this is a debt against an...

How long should I wait for the sheriff before I file for an order for process server?

Unfortunately in Cook County you have to allow the Sheriff to attempt service. At the next court date you'll need to prepare a motion and order...

If you have not been served you do not need to file an appearance or answer. If you do choose to appear in court you will be asked if you would...

How do I find a good lawyer to help me set up an S Corporation or an LLC?

You need to set up an Scorp, LLC, or as I advise many of my medical clients - a P.C. More importantly you will need a shareholder agreement /...