I have a fenced yard. The town where l live is now saying that I have to take care of the land on the other side of fence.

The question is: who owns the land in question? The location of the fence is unimportant. It is your property lines that are important. You should...

Remove name from property title

Your question is actually more complex than it sounds. You can, of course, quit claim your interest to your husband. However, because you are still...

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If I am not on the loan but I am on the deed am I equal owner of our home that we are about to purchase?

In NJ, as a married couple, your names must be both on the deed and the mortgage - but both names are not required on the note. As a married...

Deed in lieu or foreclosure in NJ?

You can call the lender and tell them you wish to do a deed in lieu of. Often, they will provide you with the paperwork. Note that although they...

I am recorded as SELLER on a document "Seller's residency certification/exemption" what does that mean?

Did you receive ⅓ of the net proceeds from the sale of the property? If so, you may not have any damages. Monmouth County land records are online....

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How to compel party to attend depositions?

If you have properly noticed the deposition and it is within the geographic region permitted by the rules of court, then you can make a motion to...

I have contracted a real estate agent for 6 months. I have found someone to buy my property myself will I still have to pay him?

Your rights will be governed by the terms of your contract - the listing agreement - with the broker. Typically, the broker is entitled to a...

Borrowing money from business partner in Europe for a real estate deal in the U.S.A.

If the capital partner is a US citizen, then the present location of the partner is likely immaterial. I would specify both choice of law and venue...

Neighbors doing renovations on their house. If we allow their workers on our property are we liable for injuries or damages?

As the owner of the property, you are liable for an condition on the property that causes injury to another. Your homeowner's insurance should...

What are the next steps when a purchaser fails to close?

Your rights will be governed by your contract with the buyer. The contract typically contains language setting an "estimated" closing date. After...