I live in California. My wife won't sign when I want to buy any property. Where/how can I buy property without her?

You can buy property on your own in California and every other state. Because California is a community property state, your wife may have a...

If inheritance is separate property in chapter 7, Does that mean that anything bought with that money is also separate?

It is separate property under California community property law, but it will be still have to be disclosed on the schedules even if your husband...

I invested $30,000 in house 3 years ago with girlfriend but she's on title. How do we split proceeds from selling house?

The statute of frauds would require that any agreement between you be in writing. There are, however, exceptions to the statute, including part...

The trust deed need not be recorded to be valid.

Satisfaction of judgment not filed after I paid in full through a Chapter 13 bankruptcy completed in 2010. Recourse?

Unless you file a motion to strip the lien, it remains on the property. You need to call the chapter 13 trustee and find out how much was paid to...

What are my options? Underwater by $200k but current on 1st & 2nd mortgages and taking a job out of state.

You can short sale the property without adverse tax consequences, maintain your good credit, and then buy another home elsewhere.

Is it difficult to amend a Chapter 13 plan since our mortgage payment is increasing next month?

The increase in the mortgage payment may render your plan infeasible. Consider filing a motion to amend your plan in light of your current...

Is it possible to recover for monetary damage due to breach of short sale purchase agreement via mediation/binding arbitration ?

There is no way that the property value increased $250,000 in 7 months. So it must be that the bank originally agreed to a short sale prices that...

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As a chapter 13 debtor, do I need to ask the Bankruptcy Court permission to file a complaint?

A chapter 13 debtor is considered a debtor in possession who has standing to pursue claims on his behalf.

Can the HOA foreclose on the homeowner for delinquent monthly dues even if the homeowner is current with the mortgage?

Yes