Am I liable to the State of WI for Unemployment if my business closes?

I do not believe that you will be held liable, but the folks at the UC division are usually quite helpful and you should call them and ask. If they...

Can a landlord shut off your utilities to force you out?

Shutting off utilities is usually a serious violation of the law if this is a residence. You should immediately contact the closest office of the...

You may be able to "break" your lease if the mice infestation, repair issues and the noise problem makes the property uninhabitable. However, that...

Built a house in Wisconsin, want to force a sale with my roommate

I believe that either one of you can sign the Property Condition report. However, if you are both owners, you both must sign the Deed. Normally in...

The risk of doing a Loan Motification.

Out of state companies who claim to assist with loan modifications are rarely, if ever, able to do so. In fact, many are quite unscrupulous and...

I live in WI but own a condo in MS worth less than I owe. What are the consequences of stopping payments and walking?

There can be credit, tax and legal implications of "stopping payments and walking." Doing so will definitely negatively affect your credit. Also,...

If the bank forecloses on my house, will I owe them money afterwards? I live in WI.

The Bank can pursue you for what is called a deficiency, but may not do so, especially if there is only one mortgage against the property. Contact...

If a tennant is taking you to court because you missed the 21 day return date for security deposit what are my rights?

You have the right to contest the tenants assertion that you violated the 21 day rule (to either give notice of the details of why you are...

If i lease out my home and it goes in to foreclosure will i get in trouble?

Very possibly yes. If you know that you are in default on your mortgage and do not fully inform the tenant of the potential foreclosure, you could...

Can a family legally occupy an house without electricity?

While I am not aware of any legal requirement to have electricity (the Amish do without it), if you are a landlord and this is your tenant, it may...