My Husbands parents wish to place him on their deed that also has a mortgage. Is this possible?

It is possible, but they may trigger taxes, or jeopardize medicaid benefits if they receive them. Best to check with an eldercare / estate...

Can I develop someone's back yard into a parking lot?

Start with a visit to the City's Planning Department. They should be able to guide you.

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Is the basis of a home inherited by a spouse the value of the home when it was purchased or the stepped-up basis at death?

Confirm with CPA, but I believe basis would be stepped up for 1/2 owned by deceased spouse, and would be based on time of acquisition for the 1/2...

My Landlady is making it very difficult to pay rent. She just says she is busy all the time and I must catch up with her.

Why don't you just move? It sounds like living conditions are not very good for you. Your best bet is to have witnesses to view your attempts to...

How much does the Green Card process cost if I filed myself? How much would an attorney charge for the complete filing process?

Find a local immigration attorney or go to Catholic Charities Immigration Counseling Services.

I'm looking for a lawyer that has extensive experience in first party bad faith claims. Involves a $400,000 plus Motorhome case.

Your best bet is to do an attorney search here on AVVO or go to the Oregon Bar Association website and find a good attorney near you. Best of luck.

Is a landlord allowed to inform you that your rent is going up on the day it is due, or are they required to give you notice?

They need to give you 1 month notice of increase. To get money back, you would need to sue in small claims ourt. However, if you refuse to pay...

Yes. Default is default, regardless of weather.

My roommates trying to move out without paying anything. Can she?

She can do it, but as my colleague stated, you can sue for damages.

If I am under contract to buy a home, can a lien against me be placed on the property, even if I couldn't fulfill the contract?

The lien attached to the property. You are probably named because of the contract.