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What must a MA real estate broker or agent disclose to buyer? | 1 | 1 day 18 hours ago by Anonymous |
1 day 15 hours ago by The Editor |
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Landlord will not Return Security Deposit | 3 | 1 year 13 weeks ago by Anonymous |
5 days 13 hours ago by The Editor |
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Is it legal to remove the vent? | 1 | 1 week 2 days ago by csps6789 |
1 week 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Buyer Wouldn't Sign P&S - Can Seller Keep Deposit | 3 | 1 week 5 days ago by srh |
1 week 3 days ago by The Editor |
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Homebuyer Tax Credit deadline - Is Offer to Purchase a binding contract? | 2 | 2 weeks 3 days ago by Anonymous |
2 weeks 1 day ago by Wagner |
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Selling a home that is in a state of disrepair | 1 | 2 weeks 3 days ago by Ryan |
2 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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Tacking and adverse possession in Massachusetts | 1 | 2 weeks 5 days ago by Anonymous |
2 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Getting my Deposit back before signing the P&S | 1 | 4 weeks 15 hours ago by Anonymous |
4 weeks 14 hours ago by The Editor |
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MA Condo Associations levying fines | 1 | 5 weeks 10 hours ago by snoopy |
4 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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Can my broker represent me instead of seller? | 1 | 5 weeks 13 hours ago by Carol |
5 weeks 13 hours ago by The Editor |
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Is my commercial lease valid? | 2 | 6 weeks 1 day ago by Anonymous |
6 weeks 1 day ago by irishpat77 |
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All Condo Financial Records Intentionally Shredded | 1 | 6 weeks 1 day ago by gregparkave |
6 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Cost of making a deed in Massachusetts | 1 | 7 weeks 18 hours ago by Anonymous |
7 weeks 16 hours ago by The Editor |
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40B Unit Owners on Board of Trustees | 0 | 7 weeks 4 days ago by rmac01503 |
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Living area calculation for MLS listing | 1 | 8 weeks 15 hours ago by Craig48 |
8 weeks 15 hours ago by The Editor |
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Are e-mails binding | 0 | 8 weeks 4 days ago by Anonymous |
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Can I use power of attorney to sign deed? | 1 | 8 weeks 5 days ago by Shell |
8 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Pets, tenant violating lease | 2 | 11 weeks 1 day ago by Anonymous |
11 weeks 1 day ago by kevingaughenjr@... |
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Post bankruptcy and improper foreclosure | 0 | 11 weeks 6 days ago by Anonymous |
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Does short sale hurt my credit? | 1 | 12 weeks 18 hours ago by Anonymous |
12 weeks 15 hours ago by The Editor |
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Selling share of house to family members | 1 | 12 weeks 5 days ago by GRA |
12 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Real estate broker said I don't need a lawyer | 1 | 13 weeks 4 days ago by Padre50 |
13 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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What should Trustees do with non-payment of condo fees? | 1 | 15 weeks 4 days ago by jkspup |
15 weeks 1 day ago by Kevin Gaughen Sr. |
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Carbon monoxide detectors when selling home in MA | 1 | 15 weeks 4 days ago by Anonymous |
15 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Transfer Investment Condo into LLC with Mortgage but no Permission | 1 | 16 weeks 6 days ago by Condo123 |
15 weeks 6 days ago by James M. Ermini Esq. |
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Selective enforcement in 55+ condo complex | 1 | 16 weeks 6 days ago by aminklein |
16 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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Burden to maintain easement? | 0 | 17 weeks 11 hours ago by Anonymous |
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easement misuse or overuse? | 1 | 17 weeks 2 days ago by Anonymous |
17 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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No Property Transfer Lead Paint Notification Form before P&S signed | 2 | 17 weeks 4 days ago by Grounded2 |
17 weeks 2 days ago by Grounded2 |
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Fraud by seller in Statement of Property Condition | 1 | 17 weeks 3 days ago by Anonymous |
17 weeks 3 days ago by The Editor |
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Military Fence abutting residential property | 1 | 17 weeks 4 days ago by russww |
17 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Temporary Turnaround | 0 | 17 weeks 6 days ago by franklin |
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Undue influence in signing quitclaim deed? | 1 | 18 weeks 1 day ago by Anonymous |
18 weeks 13 hours ago by The Editor |
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Seller of Property refuses to meet closing dates | 1 | 19 weeks 4 days ago by jayare627 |
19 weeks 3 days ago by The Editor |
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Normal deed type for home sale? | 1 | 20 weeks 14 hours ago by Anonymous |
20 weeks 14 hours ago by The Editor |
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Adjustor issue if Condo Master Insurance does not cover owner betterments? | 3 | 21 weeks 17 hours ago by Jackiemcq |
21 weeks 13 hours ago by admin |
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Improvement vs a repair to condominium common property | 1 | 48 weeks 5 days ago by dvecs07 |
21 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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How to resolve a dispute over exclusive use vs. shared use in 2-unit condo | 1 | 21 weeks 6 days ago by pixielated |
21 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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Mortgage Discharge | 1 | 22 weeks 19 hours ago by WayneK |
22 weeks 17 hours ago by The Editor |
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Condo guest parking | 0 | 22 weeks 1 day ago by 33catches |
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Should I take a smaller deposit from buyer with P & S? | 1 | 22 weeks 4 days ago by Anonymous |
22 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Can I trespass on neighbor's property to make repairs? | 3 | 25 weeks 4 days ago by DickL |
22 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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I am an agent who is leaving my company but they owe me $$ | 0 | 23 weeks 10 hours ago by rpmc79 |
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Right of Way issue due to purchase after foreclosure | 1 | 23 weeks 4 days ago by chrisindalton |
23 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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MA Condo Association Trustees | 0 | 23 weeks 5 days ago by cpank |
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Seller wants to keep the earnest money even we didn't violate any contract | 3 | 23 weeks 6 days ago by annie09 |
23 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Evicting Burdensome Roommate | 1 | 24 weeks 1 day ago by burrows1 |
24 weeks 1 day ago by admin |
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Rights vs Condo Association when majority owner has 52% of the vote | 1 | 24 weeks 5 days ago by Hoc44 |
24 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Cost of title insurance in MA | 1 | 26 weeks 4 days ago by MikeR |
26 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Mortgage Expiration time | 0 | 27 weeks 17 hours ago by WayneK |
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Property Lien Expiration time | 2 | 27 weeks 6 days ago by WayneK |
27 weeks 18 hours ago by WayneK |
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Do I need Title Insurance for real estate purchase | 2 | 41 weeks 2 days ago by Gandolf |
28 weeks 9 hours ago by aviliss |
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Purchase and Sale Agreements and Deadlines | 1 | 28 weeks 1 day ago by davemac09 |
28 weeks 20 hours ago by The Editor |
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Selling a home with chapter 40b | 1 | 28 weeks 1 day ago by yuyue |
28 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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tenants moving out. what is considered a fixture in home? | 1 | 28 weeks 2 days ago by Anonymous |
28 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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Vacation Rental problems in MA | 1 | 28 weeks 5 days ago by Tiara |
28 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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MA Deed Transfer/Stamp Tax ? | 1 | 29 weeks 5 days ago by Anonymous |
29 weeks 5 days ago by Peter Bernardin |
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PSA Agreement Broker Liq. Damages clause? | 0 | 29 weeks 5 days ago by Anonymous |
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40B home | 1 | 29 weeks 6 days ago by doodles515 |
29 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Condo Assessments | 0 | 30 weeks 2 days ago by lbk09 |
n/a |
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Seller's Shed and pool filter on neighbor's land | 1 | 30 weeks 5 days ago by jenll425 |
30 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Must broker or real estate agent convey all offers to seller? | 1 | 30 weeks 6 days ago by Anonymous |
30 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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Condos and Auctions | 1 | 31 weeks 6 days ago by pampinto |
31 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Condo Board of Harrassers | 0 | 31 weeks 6 days ago by lbk09 |
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right-of-way access to land | 1 | 32 weeks 17 hours ago by mruhfass |
32 weeks 15 hours ago by The Editor |
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Selling real estate by raffle | 1 | 32 weeks 2 days ago by steve7596 |
32 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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Worcester County # of doors required on 1st floor of a new home | 1 | 32 weeks 6 days ago by Anonymous |
32 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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Title V inspection when purchasing real estate from a family member | 1 | 33 weeks 4 days ago by steveb |
33 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Who is responsible for alterations to common areas in Condo complex | 1 | 34 weeks 6 days ago by 1amcbiker |
34 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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Does Town have authority to inspect private property? | 0 | 34 weeks 6 days ago by Anonymous |
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evictions appeal process | 0 | 35 weeks 11 hours ago by dpariseau |
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Fees a broker can collect | 0 | 35 weeks 13 hours ago by epizani1 |
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Condo Parking, what are my rights? | 3 | 35 weeks 5 days ago by tmoonn |
35 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Real Estate Brokers need office space? | 1 | 36 weeks 15 hours ago by epizani1 |
36 weeks 9 hours ago by The Editor |
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Do condominium owners have to pay for improvements? | 1 | 36 weeks 1 day ago by Jose81 |
36 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Is an offer to purchase real estate a binding contract in MA? | 1 | 36 weeks 6 days ago by Stewart |
36 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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Lawyer services for home purchase? | 1 | 37 weeks 6 days ago by Anonymous |
37 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Rights of seller to keep deposit under MA purchase and sale agreement | 1 | 38 weeks 5 days ago by dsfrenchie |
38 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Selective enforcement of condominium rules | 1 | 39 weeks 4 days ago by 4Truth |
39 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Condo unit owners insurance responsibility | 1 | 39 weeks 6 days ago by tommyk |
39 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Condo Assoc. empty parcel used for storage by abutting homeowner | 1 | 40 weeks 1 day ago by Patricia Ross |
40 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Easement | 0 | 40 weeks 2 days ago by spyderdo |
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When is tenant's personal property considered abandoned? | 1 | 41 weeks 5 hours ago by Mark G |
40 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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Condo Association's Right to Access Unit | 1 | 41 weeks 6 days ago by Gmijohn |
41 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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Condo rules regarding guests who have keys to the common entrance. | 1 | 42 weeks 1 day ago by disturbed |
42 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Breach of Purchase & Sale Agreement. | 1 | 42 weeks 4 days ago by Craig |
42 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Inspection clause in Purchase and Sale Agreement | 1 | 42 weeks 4 days ago by Anonymous |
42 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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security deposits and real estate sales | 4 | 44 weeks 6 days ago by LMRS |
43 weeks 14 hours ago by The Editor |
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Keeping pets in MA mobile home | 1 | 43 weeks 1 day ago by snakelover |
43 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Breaking a lease without a clause | 1 | 43 weeks 6 days ago by Anonymous |
43 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Title V (Title 5) for bank-owned or foreclosed property? | 1 | 44 weeks 4 hours ago by Anonymous |
43 weeks 6 days ago by The Editor |
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"Boarding House and Utilities? | 1 | 44 weeks 14 hours ago by Anonymous |
44 weeks 14 hours ago by The Editor |
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Tenancy In Common and Probate | 1 | 44 weeks 1 day ago by lilgeng |
44 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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AC turnover | 2 | 1 year 29 weeks ago by admin |
44 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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"Private Property" sign ? | 1 | 45 weeks 16 hours ago by Anonymous |
45 weeks 16 hours ago by The Editor |
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right-of-way | 1 | 45 weeks 1 day ago by joejoe |
45 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Do I have to sign a seller's statement of property condition | 1 | 45 weeks 5 days ago by cricket |
45 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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My rights on my own land as allowing neighbor to dig up my property to improve his | 1 | 45 weeks 6 days ago by rh |
45 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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who's responsible for property maintenance? | 2 | 46 weeks 4 days ago by QUEENMM1 |
46 weeks 4 days ago by QUEENMM1 |
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Preconstruction Purchase | 1 | 47 weeks 2 days ago by Question606 |
47 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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