Is there any recourse I can take against an owner misrepresenting the facts on the listing?

Here, in NJ, a seller has an affirmative obligation to disclose known problems to a buyer. Even though the home "as is", you may have done so on...

We are suing a contractor for fraud. He built his attorney's house too. Can this be a conflict of interest for his attorney?

In order for there to be a conflict of interest, the attorney would have to an interest that is in "conflict" with that of his client. The fact...

Does adverse possession come into play when neighbour builds fence 5 feet inside her property for a long time? We cut back

I have had this case in New Jersey. Here, you would be able to claim adverse possession for the land on "your side" of the fence (assuming you met...

Although you can sue a seller who misrepresented the condition of a home, it appears that you might have a difficult case. You would have to prove...

Is it legal for a bank that we are in a lawsuit with to sit on the road and take pictures of our house?

There is nothing illegal or actionable for a bank to take pictures of a home while on a public sidewalk or roadway.

During marriage I was listed as an owner and joint tenant on my personal residence. Now the property is showing.......

To see and obtain a copy of the deed for the property, you would go to the county recorder's office.

I bought a condo with my boyfriend in 2010. Due to dating violence, I need to sell the condo but he doesn't want to.

You are free to seek partition. However, it has been my experience that a court would be unlikely that to set conditions as to the sales price....

Can I lose my earnest money deposit - real estate transaction?

There is no way to answer this question without reviewing your contract. You should read you contract. You should consult an attorney to...

Will I be able to get my earnest money back if I cancelled due to not getting approved for the loan.

Whether or not you are entitled to the return of your earnest deposit money will be determined by the language of the mortgage contingency found in...

What should we tell our neighbor? Should we hire an attorney?

Your question about what is the best strategy for handling a problem with your neighbor is not necessarily a legal question. As a legal matter,...