Questions answered by Cheryl Rivera Smith

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Who is entitled to the security deposit on an assumed lease?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

It is a negotiable item and should be addressed in the assumption agreement.

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No lease- requests repairs for 3mos, now asked to leave with only 24hr notice

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

I agree with Attorney Land. If you can't afford an attorney, contact your local legal aid office to see if you qualify for assistance. You can...

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Built a new fence along my neighbors fence.

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

I agree with Attorney Land. Make sure the fence is on your side of the property and have a local attorney write a cease and desist letter from any...

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I was sold a mobile home that the tax assessor says is in another persons name how to I proceed?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

Here is a link to NC DOT. http://www.ncdot.gov/dmv/vehicle/title/vehicles/ Go to the person who sold you the trailer and get them to help you...

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What is the process when a landlord loses is house, how is he able to evict me? And expect me to find a place in 10days?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

Take your report to a local landlord/tenant attorney. Typically the landlord can't evict you from a property that he or she doesn't own any more. ...

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I may have to default on my lease in Indiana. What are the potential consequences?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

It is best to work something out. You could be sued by your landlord for default. If you co-tenants are forced to pay your share, they could sue...

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Can i please stay!?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

A "stay" is a term used in bankruptcy court and usually has the word automatic before it. You should contact a bankruptcy attorney to see if...

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Received notice from court foreclosure filed by Melon dismissed. Credit pull shows 90 day eviction to be issued.

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

I agree with Attorney Golant. You can also go to the court and obtain a copy of the dismissal, but you should contact a local attorney "just in...

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Received "original notice for forcible entry and detainer". If I still pay now will I not get evicted?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

It depends on whether or not the landlord accepts your payment. If your 15 days has expired, they can refuse and go forward with the eviction. I...

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Sold building in exchange 3 mortgages in foreclosure be paid. 3 months after sale foreclosures not dismissed.

Cheryl's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

I agree with attorney Golant. You need a local real estate attorney immediately. Best of luck.

Cheryl Rivera Smith's Answers (5818)

Who is entitled to the security deposit on an assumed lease?

No lease- requests repairs for 3mos, now asked to leave with only 24hr notice

Built a new fence along my neighbors fence.

I was sold a mobile home that the tax assessor says is in another persons name how to I proceed?

What is the process when a landlord loses is house, how is he able to evict me? And expect me to find a place in 10days?

I may have to default on my lease in Indiana. What are the potential consequences?

Can i please stay!?

Received notice from court foreclosure filed by Melon dismissed. Credit pull shows 90 day eviction to be issued.

Received "original notice for forcible entry and detainer". If I still pay now will I not get evicted?

Sold building in exchange 3 mortgages in foreclosure be paid. 3 months after sale foreclosures not dismissed.