Questions answered by Shawn B Alexander

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Landlord declined to do an initial move out inspection.

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 24, 2015

I agree with the outstanding answer above. Document everything and be civil as the Judge in small claims will see everything. Good

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When does an "order to show cause" need to be served by? The judge signed one on September 17 for a hearing on October 15 ...

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 24, 2015

It will depend on your local court rules for timing in some counties 7 days before the hearing is OK. If this is a landlord tenant action I have...

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We're in the process of closing a house and we found out the house doesn't have beach rights as the listing claims.

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 24, 2015

I agree with the excellent answers above. If the P&S and Listing describe the rights but the rights are not present , you may be able to rescind...

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An act of real estate fraud,what are my rights?

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 24, 2015

I agree with the previous answers. When you were sold the property, the deed should have been recorded which would make you the owner. However a...

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Three of us co-own a town house. Now one wants to buy out the interest of the rest to become sole owner. How?

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 21, 2015

I agree with the previous answers and yes a lawyer could help with the deeds and excise tax affidavits. Just make certain any lender will not...

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Small claims about ccr

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 21, 2015

Real property matters are heard in superior court and small claims court lack jurisdiction. If you have proof of violation of the CC&Rs you may...

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Mid west publishers sent a request for a free magazine in the mail

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 21, 2015

I agree with the answer above. They cannot garnish wages and to threaten it is a violation of the FDCPA. You need to consult with a consumer...

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I made offer on a home but could not sign to close and my Earnest Money is held by seller agent. How can i get my EM back ?

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 20, 2015

I agree with the answers above. The P&S document should have had a financing contingency that would have spelled out the proper notice to exercise...

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Is an heir to estate with WA DSHS OFR lien, considered exempt from collection due to hardship, when he is considered an addict?

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 16, 2015

The answer to the question will depend on what the lien is for, and if a homestead exemption applies under under RCW 6.13 ( linked below). Good...

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Shed on property in Seattle, WA

Shawn's answer | Answered on September 15, 2015

You can seek a variance to a set back requirements. However that will be based upon other factors not your planned carport. It will be based upon...

Shawn B Alexander's Answers (28457)

Landlord declined to do an initial move out inspection.

When does an "order to show cause" need to be served by? The judge signed one on September 17 for a hearing on October 15 ...

We're in the process of closing a house and we found out the house doesn't have beach rights as the listing claims.

An act of real estate fraud,what are my rights?

Three of us co-own a town house. Now one wants to buy out the interest of the rest to become sole owner. How?

Small claims about ccr

Mid west publishers sent a request for a free magazine in the mail

I made offer on a home but could not sign to close and my Earnest Money is held by seller agent. How can i get my EM back ?

Is an heir to estate with WA DSHS OFR lien, considered exempt from collection due to hardship, when he is considered an addict?

Shed on property in Seattle, WA