I recently got married and would like to add my wife to the home title/deed? what is the likely cost and requirement?

You should probably do a full Estate Plan for the two of you, but just to add your spouse to the Title of the property will run you around $149,...

Are there situations where an heir would be advised that it may be better to let the 'homestead' go back to the bank?

Not something you should determine online, but the answer is that there are SOME instances where you should strategically let the property go....

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Mortgage company has given option of loan modification; however previous balance I have disputed. What options do I have?

Unfortunately, this is a situation where you will probably need an Attorney to help you navigate through the process if you believe that there are...

Can there be a legal binding contract between roommates in an apartment? only one is primary lease holder other is occupant.

Yes, you absolutely can get a contract executed with them to create an obligation to pay their portion of the rent. Collecting in the case of a...

If married, in Texas, Am I considered a 50% owner?

There are probably other facts that are impacting the bank's decision to not require you to sign on a refinance. I would also assume that the bank...

Deed under my name, mortgage under my ex husband. can he foreclosure if i miss one payment?

It depends on whether or not his attorney was experienced in Real Estate Law. If they were, then you will have signed a Note and a Deed of Trust to...

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Small Claims Judgment Question

As an attorney, I see our associates handle quite a few eviction/tenant deficiency issues at our Firm. As a landlord, I rarely seek the deficiency,...

In Texas, is a Last will and Testament written in a persons own handwriting as valid as an Attorneys $200.00 Last Will ?

Yes, but it will likely cost substantially more to probate, at least that has been my experience. With the Holographic Will, you will be...

Water and Sewerage Bill on Apartment Rent by number of household rather the daily usage.

I'm giving you the link to start your research. You need to ask the Apartment Complex for a copy of their RUBS agreement, as it is probably...

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

Sounds like a place you would want to be out of anyway. I would let the landlord know that you have a statutory month to month lease, which...