by Brian Huddleston | Jul 2, 2010 | Real Estate Law
My house is in foreclosure and a company is offering to put the house in a Family Trust to save it. Is this possible? No! ?Companies offering the service of delaying foreclosure are most likely violating several recent Federal laws. If they charge an up-front fee,...
by Brian Huddleston | May 21, 2010 | Legislation & Case Notes, Real Estate Law
DIY Homeowners If you are a homeowner performing a DIY renovation, repair, or painting work in your own home, EPA’s RRP rule does not cover your project. ?However, you have the ultimate responsibility for the safety of your family or children in your care. ?If...
by Brian Huddleston | May 8, 2010 | Real Estate Law
The lease is a legally binding contract. ?The laws concerning damage to property, co-signors, rent increases, deposits, maintenance, sublets, evictions, and violations of privacy can be complex. ?It is important to seek experienced legal help. There are ways that both...
by Brian Huddleston | Feb 22, 2010 | Firm News, Real Estate Law
I have received many asset protection inquiries in the past year from people concerned about a mortgage foreclosure on one or more of their properties. Most people who contact me are interested in asset protection from deficiency judgments because Oklahoma is a...
by Brian Huddleston | Feb 20, 2010 | Legislation & Case Notes, Real Estate Law
The Helping Families Save Their Homes Act of 2009 (Pub. L. 111?22) provides a 90-day notice requirement and additional protections for tenants in foreclosed properties. ?Below you will find the major provisions outlined under Title VII, Protecting Tenants at...
by Brian Huddleston | Jan 9, 2010 | Legislation & Case Notes, Real Estate Law
Landlords have limited forms of recourse against their residential tenants in bankruptcy. Personal bankruptcy filings are up everywhere, and they are impacting residential property owners more than ever. ?While the United States Bankruptcy Code (“Code”) is...
