The private gravel road we use has been here for 30 years, it is on the adjacent property. The property was divided in 1996.

There are a few different legal theories that would probably allow you to continue using the road, expecially if it is your only way into and out...

Ms. Sargeant is right. It sounds like parking in the easement area is not permitted if the purpose is for ingress and egress only. You should have...

My mortgage company misplaced all signed documents re my mortgage, they are desperate for me to re-sign. Should I sign?

First you have to ask yourself the ethical question: did you borrow the funds/modify your loan? If you did then you should sign (making sure the...

I'm trying to buy condo and it worth about $120k

Ms. Powell is correct. There are some practical things to consider too. For example, if only your name is on the title, your wife will become owner...

Can you quit claim a property to a relative when there is still a mortgage on the property? (Washington state)

You could, but it probably wouldn't be advisable. The other two attorneys who answered this question are also right - you can do it, but there are...

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Do I need a Quit Claim deed?

Yes, you really should have him sign a quitclaim deed to make it clear he has no interest, but there are some potential risks here too. For...

IF AN ESTATE CLOSED IN LATE 2009 & 1 OF THE CHILDREN OF THE TESTATORS WANTED TO REOPEN THE ESTATE, HOW LONG DO THEY HAVE TO DO..

There is not really a time after which it is too late. Whether the estate can be reopened would depend on the reason for reopening it though. More...

First, a perpetual easement means it is forever (unless legally terminated). By being non-exclusive, that means you can continue using the property...

Is our title company responsible for providing a lease agreement for the condo we purchased which sits on leasehold land?

You should probably meet with a lawyer about this. From your question it sounds like the existence of the lease may have been disclosed to you in...

My question is how can you sell the property that he (deceased) doesn't own? Is the family responsible for the balanced owed

The family won't be personally liable for the debt. The estate will be liable for the debt. If the estate has enough assets (is solvent) then all...