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Since our agent knew our buyer was still married, did she have a legal obligation to tell us he wasn't divorced yet?

The contract governs.  If the purchase is contingent upon financing and appraisal only then …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 11 months ago

If my husband and father-in-law are both on the title for our house, is an exclusive right to sale contract binding without my father-in-law's signature?

The contract is binding on your husband but not binding on your father in …

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Law Office Of Alan J Pransky answered 11 months ago

What are an adjoining property owner's rights?

Well, either of you could errect the fence.  Neither is obligated unless your state …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

What should I do if I am buying a home on land contract from the owner but ow the owner and I are in a dispute over payments?

The best way to try and resolve the situation you are in on the …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

Can my ex-husband buy a piece of property that is being sold at a state auction, if his name is already on the land to be sold?

There is nothing precluding your former husband from making a bid at a presumed …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago