Real Property
Does a Life Estate Qualify for a Homestead Exemption?
In Missouri, does a life estate qualify for the homestead exemption for property taxes as long as the life estate interest is shown on the deed?
How Do I Change a Name on a Deed After Marriage or Divorce?
I am purchasing a house and lot. The owner of the property is a divorced lady. She has a quit claim deed from her ex-husband (Grantor) dated 12/20/2004. Her name is listed as the Grantee on the deed. She is now going by her maiden name. I am buying this property _subject to_ the existing mortgage (a refinance 2 years ago). The name on the promissory note is different from, yet, another failed marriage. I want to take title to the property in a trust. So therefore, I will be using your _ILLINOIS WARRANTY DEED TO A TRUST._ My Question: Which of her names do I use as the Grantor to the trust? Question 2 : Should I also use a signature/name affidavit? And if so, I have noticed the affidavit form you offer is for a _Borrower._ Should I change that name to _Grantor_ on the form?
Do Anti-Deficiency Laws in New Jersey Cover Second Mortgages?
Do New Jersey anti deficiency laws apply to second mortgages?
How Can I Stop a Neighbor from Blocking My Easement?
Four years ago I purchased a home with 3.31 acres of land. The home overlooks a man made 5 acre lake with mountain views. My Warranty Deed clearly states that there is 'conveyed herein a recreational easement of ingress and egress to and from the aforementioned tract and the waters of 'Swan Lake', a private lake adjoining the southeastern most lines of said tract.' The shoreline is approximately 140 linear feet. Seller has placed 11 boulders along the property line, blocking easy access to 20% of the shoreline. I have asked the owner to remove the boulders because they block access, are a real hazard that renders my property unusable for anything but sitting. I am handicapped and subject to falls. Also, we work with special needs folks and are unable to safely use the land fronting the lake. Owner has ignored all requests, and does not see the hazard. WHAT can I do?
If a Building Isn't Described in a Deed, Can it be Foreclosed on by a Lender?
I have a piece of property in Florida that I refinanced in 2005, I also own the property beside it. When the appraisal was done they included a building that is on the owned property. My mortgage states only the parcel number and legal description of the refied property. If my mortgage goes in forclosure will the lender be able to take this builing that is on the property that I own?