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CONDO LAW

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

When things are not addressed, you can either choose to ignore the situation or litigate it. Barbara Stage is an excellent HOA lawyer in Florida. ...

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I am a tenant , the microwave exploded in flames. the landlord sent me a bill for $321.21. I am not negligent .

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

Check to see if there is a local tenant's union to help you. At the very least, write LL a letter stating that you were not negligent and should...

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How do I get a loan on my house removed that was excused 14 years ago?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

Hopefully Dad is still alive. He will need to sign a release of lien or a reconveyance of the deed of trust before a notary. That document will...

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My father lost his house to foreclosure. The property sold for more than the mortgage amount. Can he claim the balance?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

Yes he can! He will make his claim with the office of the Trustee who held the foreclosure sale. The terms for this is : claiming the excess...

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My mother passed intestate, my home is deeded in both names, my 3 sisters are saying they are entitled to money when selling hom

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

You are wrong. At the very least, there will need to be a determination of heirship. Talk to a local probate attorney to discuss the easiest way...

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I sublease my shop to a person. we signed contract start july 1 2013, he don't want to sublease anymore.what can I do ?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

This is tough because you are the one in default since your contract was to start July 1st, but really you didn't finish agreement since there was...

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What happens to liens after a house goes into foreclosure?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

It depends on the priority of the lien to the one that was foreclosed. If it was subordinate, it will no longer be attached to the property. If...

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How to get "in rem" relief when the the case gets dismissed before the hearing?

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

Wow! I hate when I encounter serial filers. You really need an attorney who handles bankruptcy litigation. This is impossible to answer in this...

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I live in a rental house. Just found out it's in foreclose and the auction is the 18gh. Rent was due by the 6th.what's my rights

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

Then just stay put. If landlord still owns the property after the 18th (if foreclosure is cancelled) old landlord could evict you if you haven't...

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Renewal lease

Cheryl's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

It depends on what the contract says. Your option is to move elsewhere if the charged are agreed upon.

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CONDO LAW

I am a tenant , the microwave exploded in flames. the landlord sent me a bill for $321.21. I am not negligent .

How do I get a loan on my house removed that was excused 14 years ago?

My father lost his house to foreclosure. The property sold for more than the mortgage amount. Can he claim the balance?

My mother passed intestate, my home is deeded in both names, my 3 sisters are saying they are entitled to money when selling hom

I sublease my shop to a person. we signed contract start july 1 2013, he don't want to sublease anymore.what can I do ?

What happens to liens after a house goes into foreclosure?

How to get "in rem" relief when the the case gets dismissed before the hearing?

I live in a rental house. Just found out it's in foreclose and the auction is the 18gh. Rent was due by the 6th.what's my rights

Renewal lease