Can we do a warranty deed instead of quit claim deed to remove my husband's name?

I recommend reviewing your intentions and the possible consequences with an experienced real estate attorney. Yes, you may use a warranty deed and...

I need a lawyer, who knows land contract?

Any northern Illinois real estate closing attorney should be able to assist. Generally, most of us cover multiple counties. As buyers, your...

Will the house we have contract for deed go back to us if the buyer passes away?

You will want to work with an attorney. The Buyer’s estate likely succeeds to the interest in the contract and you will need to be careful in...

A durable power of attorney for property requires two witnesses satisfied that the maker is competent to execute the document and a notary. A...

It is worth your while to go through this by telephone as attorneys can explore details about the circumstances in a conversation that we cannot...

Just recently found my biological father. He died. Do I have a right to his estate?

As far as legal rights, this will depend on a number of factors: whether there was an adoption; if so, by whom; whether there was a will; whether...

I had a injury claim and I filed bankruptcy can they take it.

Discuss the matter with your bankruptcy attorney. If you did not list the claim as an asset in Schedule B, there is a risk of losing the claim...

Does the Village of Hoffman Estates, IL have its own security deposit return laws for tenants of a single family home?

I believe there is a license ordinance, but I am not familiar with a specific landlord-tenant ordinance. That said, you would have rights...

How do I claim beneficiary without going through probate or paying a lot of money?

I am sorry for your loss. Working with a local attorney with whom the bank representatives are familiar may help with the Small Estate Affidavit...

I have had a chapter 13 for 3yrs I currently just fell behind in my light & gas can I add these two utilities to my chapter 13?

You need to review this with your attorney, but an option if not previously utilized might be a request to suspend a few plan payments and use...