Questions answered by Ann Marie Houha

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Can I really be held liable for paint and carpet cleaning?

Ann's answer | Answered on July 13, 2015

Yes it is legal. If you did not want to incur the cost you should have negotiated the price or taking care of it on your own before you signed the...

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House left to two adult siblings and one sibling was allowed to live in home, but has not paid real estate taxes

Ann's answer | Answered on July 09, 2015

It is impossible to give you an answer without reviewing the willing. As my colleagues suggested, contact a probate attorney in your area and...

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How do i buy out my siblings?

Ann's answer | Answered on July 07, 2015

You and the one sibling can buy out the other two or you can buy out all three siblings. It is best to contact an Illinois real estate attorney to...

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Taxes sold during an active quiet title case and chapter 7 bankruptcy (property was included)..Is this illegal by the state?

Ann's answer | Answered on June 26, 2015

You need to contact a real estate tax attorney to discuss your matter in greater detail. It's impossible to give advice without reviewing the...

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What can I do about a seller faulting on a contract for deed?

Ann's answer | Answered on June 22, 2015

As Mr. Moens stated, it is impossible to provide advice without reviewing the documents. Contact a real estate attorney and provide copies of any...

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Can I get a mortgage if the house is under a trust?

Ann's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

You would need to contact the lender. It may or may not be an issue.

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Can a condo board issue fines to condo owners if they refuse to make necessary repairs to their unit?

Ann's answer | Answered on June 04, 2015

The answer to your question should be contained in your bylaws. I suggest you review them and contact an attorney.

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My mother has passed away in 2010. There is a large sum of money missing a little over $200,000.

Ann's answer | Answered on June 03, 2015

You need to consult a probate attorney and provide her/him with all the details of your mom's estate.

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HOA filed a judgment against me back in 2011. I was a non-vested owner of a property that got foreclosed and said HOA was named

Ann's answer | Answered on June 02, 2015

This question cannot be answered without a review of the documents associated with the judgment. You should provide these documents to the...

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How do I sue in court to release a medical lien when I believe the lien is unwarranted?

Ann's answer | Answered on June 02, 2015

The provider is not going to release the lien. You should have negotiated a settlement prior to the judgment and lien being granted. You can...

Ann Marie Houha's Answers (86)

Can I really be held liable for paint and carpet cleaning?

House left to two adult siblings and one sibling was allowed to live in home, but has not paid real estate taxes

How do i buy out my siblings?

Taxes sold during an active quiet title case and chapter 7 bankruptcy (property was included)..Is this illegal by the state?

What can I do about a seller faulting on a contract for deed?

Can I get a mortgage if the house is under a trust?

Can a condo board issue fines to condo owners if they refuse to make necessary repairs to their unit?

My mother has passed away in 2010. There is a large sum of money missing a little over $200,000.

HOA filed a judgment against me back in 2011. I was a non-vested owner of a property that got foreclosed and said HOA was named

How do I sue in court to release a medical lien when I believe the lien is unwarranted?