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Am I responsible for a tree that was accidentally planted on neighbor’s property 20 years ago?

My neighbor had a land survey approximately 1 year ago and cut down the tree today. My neighbor replaced his septic system approximately 2 years…

Can I evict on a purchase agreement for late payement

Our contract does not states grace period it is a simple brief purchase agreement, that has only one provision and that is the payment is…

What to do if the outdoor fireplace listed on the description but not added on the purchase agreement?

We sold our house and I took the portable fireplace that was on the deck. It was listed on the description of the home when…

encroachment

My neighbor has been parking a travel trailer and broken down truck on my property. I had the property surveyed and line stakes installed. I’m…

Cracks in poured walls in basement responsibilty of builder?

Is builder responsible for cracks that appear in basement walls in 1 1/2 year old build? This is in Grove City, OHIO. Builder is Centex….

Can I sue a buyer for pulling out of a signed purchase agreement?

I signed a purchase agreement that had a stipulation that I’d be out of the house by 3/15 which I was and then the buyer…

Put downpayment on house and did renovations – not married and now splitting up… can I get any money back?

I put down 20K on a house in my girlfriend’s name and then spent 4 years doing renovations and spending thousands on upgrades, etc. while…

How do I get an ex-husband’s name removed from the deed?

As part of the divorce, I retained the house and assumed the mortgage. His name is off the mortgage and not the deed.

If I had a real estate agent sell my home but I have changed my mind and don’t want to sell or lose my home, can I cancel the contract?

What is considered reasonable access for a seller to allow a home inspector in?

I am currently trying to buy a home. The sellers realtor doesnt like my home inspector because as she calls him, Hes a deal breaker.So…