How can I prevent to loose my deposit?

I agree with the answer posted - for Chicago properties, there are many ways in which tenants and their security deposits are protected, so it's...

How do I add my spouse to the house deed?

It is done by preparing a Quit Claim Deed, which you, as the current owner would have to get signed and notarized. Also, each county and...

Our renter left but is suing to take title to our rental house?

There is really not enough information to answer your question fully, but I cannot imagine any circumstances where a tenant would be entitled to...

Can I sue my HOA for removing patio blocks that extended patio and were installed by previous owner in 1999?

It is really difficult to assess the situation without reviewing all the documentation, including the paperwork you mention but also all the...

For a quit claim deed, only Grantor needs to get their signature on the deed notarized, and neither party needs to be in Illinois to complete it. ...

Selected as the best answer

First of all, it sounds like a really small amount to file a law suit over - it would cost the landlord about half of that amount in filing and...

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

I agree with attorney Rogers - in IL short sale is still an option and it has the least effect on the credit, so it should still be considered. It...

What should a seller charge in interest on a Contract for Deed sale , to satisfy the IRS? Who has the agreement drawn up?

The Contract for Deed, or Agreement for Deed can get quite complicated, so I would highly recommend to use an experienced real estate attorney. ...

How much time do I have to move?

There is not enough information to really answer your question fully, but if you have a 12-month lease, your landlord technically cannot force you...

Need assistance with deed transfer Chicago.

I don't think that Cook County Recorder would accept a foreign Notary - it needs to be done at the US Embassy to be valid. Sometimes, the...