Can the terms of " no cost of living increase" be changed to allow for an increase? Can a lease this old be voided ?

One party cannot unilaterally change the terms of the lease. The fact that the term did not exist is proof that the parties did not contemplate...

Can a front desk at a building keep my driver's license?

Pretty standard, because unfortunately people don't bring the carts back and either the next person or building staff has to run around the...

Do I have any recourse against the seller?

Your situation is unfortunate, but just because Seller stated that it backs up on occasion, doesn't mean he knew the extent. How are you going to...

Do I have the right to remove their property from my house, since I am the new owner.

A lot depend on what is written in your post occupancy agreement. You may have to treat them as a holdover tenant and evict them. Consult with an...

To add what my colleagues stated, do not file a "lien" or or affidavit or any other document in the public record without consulting with an...

How do I remove my name off title. Home was included in chapter 7. Discharged in 2011. My name is still on the title.

You are still the owner of record, until such time that your interest is transferred either voluntarily (by deed) or involuntarily (by Judgment of...

Can a durable POA, against the grantors wishes, prevent a child from seeing her 92 yr old father?

Discuss your concerns once again with the Florida Department of Children & Families Adult Protective Services at 1‐800‐96‐ABUSE (800‐962‐2873)....

The payoff payment for a "purchase money mortgage" is wrong - what can I do if I cannot get it changed before the sale closing?

Do you have a commitment letter from the private lender? You need to hire an experienced real estate attorney.

What are the typical rates for Real Estate lawyers to handle a closing of a condo valued under 50K?

Call 3 or 4 real estate lawyers. Remember that cheapest is not always the best.

Unit owner about to open a restaurant in HER 2 bedroom Condo, What is the FL. Statute prohibiting this behavior?

Regardless of what the association does or not do, the property is not zoned for this. I would contact code enforcement and the health department...