Collecting a mechanics lien

If you don't have an attorney yet, that is the first thing you should do. If you recorded a mechanic's lien and you haven't yet filed suit to...

Is there is a way to clear title w/ foreclosure sale?

If there is significant equity in the property why would the owner give you a Deed in Lieu? While that is an acceptable practice generally, it is...

Does she have legal grounds to sue me if she was sub leasing a garage turned studio that's not up to code.

Landlords cannot collect rent for an illegal unit. As noted already, even if the unit was legal, you may have a defense for payment of rent due to...

Is a transfer of title f property legal if the spousal transfer comes afterwards?

There are a lot of fact-sensitive issues here that would require a full review of the documents and your nephew speaking to an attorney. The...

For sake of my answer, I am presuming this is a home improvement contract (which it sounds like it is). The terms of the agreement will control,...

In California, the rule is that an offer can be rescinded before it is accepted. That would mean that the leasing company's offer to renew your...

2nd loan charge off since 2009 and now does not show in credit report, can someone help clarify what could possibly going on?

It isn't entirely clear what is going on here from these facts, but it might help to sit down with a lawyer and sift through the documents...

Is the notice defective , and can I use it as a defense in a unlawful detainer case (motion to quash) ?

The notice posted by the daughters is likely valid notice (they, as my colleague notes, would be termed agents of their father). The bigger...

The effective date of the transfer is the date it is executed by the person transferring the property (presuming that document is given to the...

What are my rights as a landlord having a single lodger living in my home if she hasn't paid rent that was due on Jan 1st 2016?

If you have someone renting from you pursuant to an agreement (whether verbal or written), then they gain the status of a tenant (not a lodger). ...