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If you pay back taxes on a property, can you take over ownership?

Well yes, in some instances you can.   There are always issues of notice to …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 11 months ago

How long does it take to for a lender to garnish a borrower's wages after a loan default?

The only person that can tell you what the status of foreclosure actions are …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 11 months ago

Am I required to agree to the terms of the HOA before closing on a new home?

You must agree to the HOA guidelines. You can always try to amend later …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 11 months ago

What is the process if I want to file a lawsuit for breach of lease against my ex-fiance?

You draft and file a complaint with the court, for breach of contract (violating …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

If I build a fence and it slightly infringes on the adjoining land, after 7 years do I automatically acquire the land?

What you have asked is what the law is on Adverse Possession in the …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago