How do I get money back from someone?

You could sue in small claims, but consider that you will need to pay a couple hundred bucks for filing and service fees. You would need to prepare...

I agree with Mr. Wente that the quickest resolution to this probably is going to be a tax sale. It is likely there are relatives somewhere, since...

What constitutes "transacting business" in Iowa?

You might want to look at Iowa Code §489.803 for what is not considered transacting business in Iowa. From what you describe, it would seem you...

How do I proceed with debt validation?

If this is a business debt, it is not likely the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act applies. The debt collector probably used this language out of...

My name is on the deed but not the mortgage. I'm I entitled to 1/2 the equity if my partner and I separate?

The deed is what determines ownership. The mortgage gives the lender a lien against the real estate to secure the loan it provided. Odd that you...

What would happen upon death or divorce, if the surviving spouse's name is not on the title or mortgage for home?

Assuming the property is owned only by your husband, and there is no will, the property would go to you and any children he might have. There are a...

Can my grandmother be given the right to her deceased spouse's property?

I am guessing you were reading about adverse possession? If so, that is not applicable, because her possession was permissive. It certainly is...

Y I'm having trouble cashing a income tax check having a p.o.a letter???

Hard to say. Perhaps the power of attorney is not a statutory form, and the check cashing establishments think it is not adequate.

If the payments are not made, the lender most likely would sue all of you. As far as the lender is concerned, there is no difference between a...

My home has been foreclosed on, and I am worried about the bank coming back to claim any deficiencies from the sale.

It would require a review of the judgment that was entered as well as more information about the sale to answer your question.. A real estate or...