You're doing the work to earn money - that makes it a business. Since you presumably want to deduct your expenses from your income, treating it as...

Yes, the deed proves ownership. Get a certified copy from the county clerk's office. Send a 3 day notice to the "tenant" to vacate, and then file...

Do we have to honor a 1st right of refusal when selling a property if the current tenant can't qualify financially to buy it?

Comply with the terms of the lease. You have to give him the chance to say no, even if you're sure he can't afford it - he may have resourdces you...

What can I do to stop a previous employer from suing me for defamation of character?

If you can't afford a defense and/or can't prove that what you said was factually accurate, you might want to consider settling with them. They...

The problem is that at the time of the fall, Mary didn't own the house, which means that 1) she didn't have any insurable interest in the house,...

How can I get back my phone from my ex?

You could sue him for conversion (theft) and/or file a police report, but it may be more effective to contact the phone carrier and have them...

Can a civil lawsuit from the USVI be enforced on me if I currently reside in Texas?

Yes. She was there, and the accident was there, so yes, she can be sued there. Check with your insurance carrier to confirm whether there might...

Can my boyfriend be asked to leave from one of my parents and he has lived here three years?

The short answer is probably yes. No matter how long they've allowed him to stay, if he's a guest, he can be asked to leave at any time. He's a...

When should I appear in court?

Your answer deadline is October 21st (the first Monday after 20 days after service). If you haven't done so already, send a letter to the court...

How can I go about homesteading a property that is owned by four other siblings and me?

You can sue to partition the house. It's not cheap, and if you're successful the house will be sold, and the proceeds distributed between the...