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The Impact of Foreclosure on Your Credit Score and Financial Future
Homeowners facing financial difficulties may consider different options to avoid foreclosure. Two popular choices are loan modification and short sale. While they are both aimed at helping homeowners stay out of foreclosure, there are differences between the two options. It is essential to understand the pros and cons of each so that you can make …
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Defending Against Foreclosure: Know Your Legal Rights
Knowing your legal rights can help you when facing foreclosure. As a homeowner, you can request loan modifications or repayment plans if you are struggling to make your mortgage payments. You should be taking proactive measures to defend against foreclosure and safeguard your home. We will explain in depth the foreclosure process timeline, how to …
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Loan Modification vs. Short Sale: Which is Right For You?
Foreclosure is a legal process in which a lender takes possession of a property from a borrower who has failed to meet the terms of the mortgage agreement. For homeowners, it can significantly impact personal finances, including credit scores, future loan approvals, and even the ability to rent or purchase a new home. The consequences …
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Understanding the Foreclosure Process
Foreclosure is the legal process by which a lender (such as a bank or other financial institution) takes possession of a property from a borrower who has failed to make mortgage payments. This process usually begins after several missed payments and can eventually lead to the forced sale of the property through an auction or …
6 Things Every Landlord Should Know About Evictions
Eviction is an unfortunate but necessary aspect of property management. It refers to the legal process of removing a tenant from a rental property. There are several reasons why a landlord may need to evict a tenant, including non-payment of rent, violation of lease terms, or damage to the property. Eviction cases and can be …
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How to Dispute an Eviction: for Tenants
Eviction notices can be a stressful situation for tenants, so it is essential to understand your tenant rights and legal options in case of an eviction notice. This will help you protect your investments and safeguard your tenancy. If you are a tenant facing eviction, you can start battling the dispute in the following ways: …
Strategies to Resolve a Landlord-Tenant Dispute Amicably
Landlord-tenant disputes are conflicts that arise between a landlord and their tenant(s) regarding the commercial or residential rental property. These disputes can relate to various issues such as rent payments, property damage, eviction, security deposit, lease terms, maintenance issues, noise complaints, and so on. The best way to get ahead of your legal concerns and …
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Dealing With Commercial Lease Disputes
A commercial lease agreement is a legally binding contract between a landlord and a tenant that outlines the terms and conditions of renting a commercial property. Thus, commercial lease disputes are disagreements or conflicts that arise between the two parties over the commercial lease terms. These disputes can occur for various reasons, such as rent …
How to Handle Residential Lease Agreement Violations
Introduction A lease agreement is a documented contract between a landlord (the property lender) and a tenant (the property leaser). The terms and conditions within this agreement make both parties aware of their rights and responsibilities throughout the contract. Thus, a lease violation occurs when either the tenant or the landlord goes against the agreed-upon …
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Legal Guide to Navigating Unpaid Rent
Whether you are a tenant struggling to pay rent or a landlord struggling to collect it, it is essential to understand the issues that derive from unpaid rent. Although tenants and landlords may face certain challenges throughout a rental agreement, understanding how to navigate unpaid rent issues can help resolve these problems before they escalate. …