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What to do if we owe homeowners associations dues for the property that we live in?

Florida law has specific rules for this kind of matter.  Section 720.3085 covers homeowner's …

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Blackburn Law Firm answered 5 months ago

Who is responsible for an overgrowth of shrubs and trees on adjacent property lines?

You may cut back any of the  foliage that protrudes onto your property. You …

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David P.slater, Esq. answered 5 months ago

For the sale of real estate, who needs to sign the sales contract?

No.  To be bound, all owners should individually sign the contract and deed, unless …

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David P.slater, Esq. answered 6 months ago

If I live in a house that my mother owns and has a mortgage on but she is ill, how I can get on the title or have the house gifted to me?

Title to the house is different from the mortgage.  Title depends on the deed.  …

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Blackburn Law Firm answered 6 months ago

Can a water management company remove a private fence to work on a storm drain and expect the homeowner to replace it at their cost?

Yes. You cannot block a utilities right of access.  The fence should not have …

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David P.slater, Esq. answered 7 months ago