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How to Put a Mechanic's Lien on a Vehicle

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When a mechanic performs work on a vehicle and the owner fails to pay for the services, the mechanic may hold the vehicle and place a mechanic"s lien on it. If the owner fails to pay the bill within a statutory time period then the mechanic may sell the vehicle to satisfy the lien. State law will di

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Colorado Springs Landlord Rights

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The state of Colorado has established specific laws to help landlords and tenants to encourage smooth transactions and avoid rental housing disagreements. When renting property, it is important for landlords to be familiar with their rights as stated in the laws that govern these transactions.

Arizona Foreclosure Law Summary

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Judicial Foreclosure and Non-Judicial Foreclosure are both methods comprising Arizona Foreclosure laws. Under this legislation, a Judicial Foreclosure simply requires a lawsuit in order to obtain a court order to foreclose. This becomes necessary when there is not a power of sale written into the mo

Iowa Renter's Rights

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As a renter, you are entitled to certain rights. While these rights vary by state, most of the rights renters have in Iowa are available to renters across the nation.

The Changes to the Truth in Lending Act

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The Truth in Lending Act, commonly referred to as "TILA," was originally enacted in 1968 based upon a Congressional finding that economic stabilization would be enhanced and competition between financial institutions and other lenders engaging in the extension of consumer credit would be s

Georgia Auto Repossession Laws

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Georgia allows vehicle repossession.Georgia state contour with Capital City against blurred USA flag image by Stasys Eidiejus from Fotolia.comUnder Georgia auto repossession laws, creditors have the right to repossess automobiles if the car owner stops making car payments or otherwise...

Laws Regarding Landlords

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Landlords have rights and responsibilities.50's apartment #1 image by Aaron Kohr from Fotolia.comEvery state has its own laws regarding the rights and responsibilities of landlords. While these laws may vary slightly by state, the basic principles remain the same. Landlords have the...

Property Tax Assessment Law

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Each year, property taxes in the U.S. rise more and more, but over the last few years the resale value of homes and commercial property has dropped significantly. With the ever increasing amounts owed in real estate taxes, it is no surprise most people are looking for a way to lessen their tax burde

Landlord Responsibilities in Nebraska

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When renting residential units to tenants in the state of Nebraska, landlord are required to abide by a set of guidelines establish by Nebraska law. Many of the requirements relate to habitability and maintenance of the residential units that the landlords are responsible for.

Landlord Responsibilities in New York City

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Whether you are a tenant or a property manager in New York City you must have a well rounded understanding of the various responsibilities assigned to a landlord under local law. Knowing a landlord's legal obligations allows property managers to deliver prompt and compliant customer service and pro

How to Evict a Tenant in NYC

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Evicting a tenant in New York City can be a long and daunting task. A Landlord can try to evict a tenant who isn’t paying their rent on time, is committing criminal acts, has destroyed property; and for other various other reasons it’s worth going through the process to evict the bad ten

Ways to Get Out of a Fixed-Term Residential Lease

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Residential leases are usually set up for a fixed term, such as a year. During this time, you are legally obligated to follow the terms of the lease. However, unexpected situations can arise that may cause you to request an early termination of your rental agreement. Caution should be...

The Priority of Online Mortgages

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The principle generally governing what priority a mortgage is usually first in time, first in right, though modifications to this principle can be made in the course of the process.First in time priority generally belongs to the first party to deliver that specific security instrument for recording,

Property Ownership and Investment

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Getting the legal registered entity correct the first time can save you time, money and pain. You must have the best professional advice and expertise on your side.

Mobile Home Laws in Michigan

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Michigan's Bureau of Construction Codes and Fire Safety regulates mobile homes in the state.Camping a€¡° Mobilhome image by albillottet from Fotolia.comIn Michigan, the Bureau of Construction Codes and Fire Safety regulates the purchase and inhabitation of mobile homes, also known as...

Rights of a Tenant in the United Kingdom

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In the United Kingdom, tenants are protected by the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1985.Dockside Housing image by Peter Jarvis from Fotolia.comAs a tenant you may think that your landlord has the right to evict you at any time. In the United Kingdom, various laws protect the tenant once a...

Panama Real Estate Laws

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Buying Properties in Panama - The following is general information on purchasing real estate in Panama. The different categories of land make it imperative to engage professionals for more detailed information. Real estate laws on the mainland can be quite different than those on islands, coastal ar

Landlord Rights of Entry in Texas

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In Texas, landlord entry rights aren't specified by state law.modern office and apartment building house image by alma_sacra from Fotolia.comAlthough Texas' landlord-tenant law strictly defines many of the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants, there is no state legislation...