If I purchase property in Michigan, I live in Illinois, and I don't want my wife on the Deed. Does she have 1/3 dower rights?

You might want to re-post your question with a Michigan location, since the answer to your question will depend at least in part on Michigan law....

If a judge tells a lawyer to transfer a contractor's case, is the lawyer obligated to transfer or can he just drop the case?

Without knowing exactly what the judge ordered, it is impossible to answer your question. In addition, it is not clear if this attorney was your...

Is it legal to refer buyers to sellers in Chicago, Illinois?

Absolutely not. Take a look at the Illinois Real Estate License Act. There is a $25,000 civil penalty as well as criminal penalties for violating...

Is there an effective way to deal with unreasonably noisy neighbor without risking eviction?

You might consider talking to the neighbor, or trying to convince her to try mediation. If those fail, and the noise is significant, you might try...

Can my former employer give out information about my personal lifestyle to potential employer during background check?

This would be a tough case to win, but a letter from an attorney might get your former employer to reconsider freely offering his opinion on your...

When a parent dies with no will found, what happens to the bank accounts ? who has legal ok to enter accounts?

It is unlikely the bank will allow access to the funds without an estate being opened. This may be a situation where a small estate procedure would...

My question is do I give the bank what they want more info or am I being sucked into this loan that has nothing to do with me

That . . . is odd. I understand that they would want you to sign the mortgage and truth in lending statement. But asking for tax information, pay...

Assuming you diligently and in good faith attempted to obtain financing, it sounds as if you are entitled to a refund of your earnest money. It...

I am guessing the purchaser was unable to obtain financing? More facts would be needed to give you any kind of useful response. I would suggest...

Condo Purchased at Auction - Back HOA Fees

It is not clear from your question if you purchased the property through a foreclosure or a sale by auction by the owner. If the former, as noted...