Can a Property Mgmt Co. deduct money from security dep for normal wear and tear. Are they obligated to prove the damage?

You have a right to contest the deductions made from your deposit, but unless they were significant, it may not be worth the headache. Normal wear...

I just won an auction (11/12) where the HOA foreclosed on a home that the owner signed back to mtg co 6/12 . What's my rights?

You must be careful when purchasing HOA liens that went into foreclosure. Usually, a HOA lien is JUNIOR to a 1st mortgage, and will not wipe out...

We have an underwater mortgage. Can we walk away and let it forclose while moving into a rent to own home without recourse?

While I generally do not recommend walking away from a mortgage, sometimes there is no other alternative, particularly if you have already tried to...

Once a lease is signed, it becomes a contract between you andthe landlord. If there have been no violations of the lease on your part, then the...

Can my landlord shut my water off after 2 mos. nonpayment rent becaue of divorce.

It is illegal to shut off the water to an apartment. If you have not paid the rent, the landlord can begin court proceedings to evict you, but...

Is it legal for single mom to buy a 1 bedroom condo or apt, or any other purchase, and as owner, live there with my 2 daughters?

Generally speaking, this should not be an issue, since your daughters are obviously family. However, the Condominium rules may govern how many...

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I was named as a party defendant on a foreclosure notice to my ex-husband on his current home- what does that mean?

You are being named because you are a creditor against your ex-husband and your judgment lien was probably recorded in the county where the house...

My two year old was attacked by a friends pit bull at their house I'd like to sue the insurance myself how would I go about it?

Candace, you need to contact a personal injury lawyer to help you on this matter. Your neighbor is liable for anything that happens on his...

Does a spouse name have be on a transfere of a deed if only the husband name is on the deed?

The short and sweet answer is NO. Only the person who's name is on the Deed must sign when the Deed is being transferred to a new Owner.

In real estate transaction, a sibling place a lien on property after a contract is signed. holding up closing. how to remove?

If the lien is for a nominal amount, I would go ahead and pay it rather than lose your buyer. This might even be true if it is a larger sum, if...