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If a borrower on a deed is deceased and the land is subject to probate, does a foreclosing bank have to file a claim in probate

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 17, 2013

Foreclosure is prohibited for 6 months after the date of death. The bank will have a claim against the estate for any deficiency arising from the...

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Do I need to pay. Have title release affidavit from 2 years ago.

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 17, 2013

The release of the title is clear evidence you paid in full. It is unlikely they will file suit for the small amount you claim. You should firmly...

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Im renting an apartment and I've recently found mold almost everywhere. However my landlord has agreed to let me transfer apts.

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 17, 2013

You are not obligated to accept the offer to change apartments and can simply move. Give your landlord certified mail notice that you are moving,...

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Can the landlord make you move in 14 days if they have sold the property?

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 17, 2013

If there is no lease, and your rent is current, you are entitled to at least a 30 day notice; if you do not move by then, your landlord's only...

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Can I request how I receive my award? IE: Cash, money orders, cashier's check? My bank puts a hold on large checks.

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 17, 2013

There is not enough information here. What is 'long enough." On what date did your attorney deposit the settlement check. It is not uncommon to...

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How I break my lease st my apartment

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 17, 2013

It is important to know when your lease terminates. I assume your upstairs neighbor has no renter's insurance; You should have made a claim the...

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Is the landlord responsible to maintain private roads to his rentals?

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

The question is who owed the roads. If the landlord owned the road and knew of the icy conditions, the landlord can be held liable to anyone...

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Is the landlord allowed to take personal belongings that were placed out of house due to eviction?

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

The landlord is not allowed to take any property. It must file suit for the rent, and get a judgment; Then the landlord can arrange for the...

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I have a dor tax lien on my home, posted in the county april 2011 and my lender foreclosed sept 2011. Was there foreclosure lega

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

Of course it was legal; There may be 10 liens on your property and any one of them can conduct a foreclosure sale legally. The only thing that...

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Stay at home wife for 7 years with 2 children. No access to bank account, name on nothing. How do I retain legal counsel?

Leonard's answer | Answered on January 11, 2013

You should look on the internet for divorce attorneys in your area. If your husband is employed with sufficient income, you may find an attorney...

Leonard Komen's Answers (2630)

If a borrower on a deed is deceased and the land is subject to probate, does a foreclosing bank have to file a claim in probate

Do I need to pay. Have title release affidavit from 2 years ago.

Im renting an apartment and I've recently found mold almost everywhere. However my landlord has agreed to let me transfer apts.

Can the landlord make you move in 14 days if they have sold the property?

Can I request how I receive my award? IE: Cash, money orders, cashier's check? My bank puts a hold on large checks.

How I break my lease st my apartment

Is the landlord responsible to maintain private roads to his rentals?

Is the landlord allowed to take personal belongings that were placed out of house due to eviction?

I have a dor tax lien on my home, posted in the county april 2011 and my lender foreclosed sept 2011. Was there foreclosure lega

Stay at home wife for 7 years with 2 children. No access to bank account, name on nothing. How do I retain legal counsel?