Housing Law
This area is well known to be a complicated part of the English legal system and people often find that they must seek the assistance of a good solicitor, in order for them to better understand their particular position. Homelessness legislation is primarily intended to establish a Local Authority’s duty to house a homeless person. The law currently in use comes from Part VII Housing Act 1996, as amended by the Homelessness Act 2002. In order for a person to establish that a Local Authority has a full duty to house them, they will need to satisfy five tests.
Ownership of a Unit in a Condominium Or Apartment Building in Thailand
Popular among foreigners in Thailand is ownership of an apartment unit. Thai law does not allow foreigners to own land but Thai law allows foreigners to own a condominium unit in their own name. Foreigners often are often not aware of the difference between apartment buildings registered under the condominium Act and units in a building not registered under the Condominium Act which are especially popular in the tourist areas of Thailand. Only true registered condominium units offer individual freehold ownership for foreigners.
Bank Forclosed Homes Prevention Counseling a Success
The nonprofit homeowner advocacy group, Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA) has concluded its visit in Cleveland, Ohio as part of its nationwide tour of cities hardest hit by the bank forclosed homes crisis. Over 300 experts in housing finance showed up at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland State University to offer advice and provide assistance [...]
Evictions and Foreclosures in Texas
Eviction (called “forcible entry and detainer” in Texas) is a process by which an owner recovers possession of real property and, if appropriate, a judgment for unpaid rent, attorney’s fees, and court costs against a tenant or occupant. Forcible detainer actions are held in Justice Court which has original jurisdiction over possession. The landlord’s objective is to gain a judgment and a writ of possession.
Signs of Loan Modification Company Fraud
There are too many illegal loan modification companies operating in California. Use this guide to help you determine if you have been scammed or whether or not a loan modification company is committing fraud.
Why Should I Hire an Attorney to Help Me Buy Or Sell My Home?
The risk of not hiring an experienced Real Estate Attorney can cost a buyer/seller thousands if not tens of thousands of dollars. Since the purchase or sale of your home may well be your most significant financial transaction, you should not be penny wise, pound foolish.
