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If a realtor/broker blatantly breaks their contract as a dual agent clearly representing one side can we get the money she made off commission returned to us?

No, you most likely cannot. The civil legal system (e.g. lawsuits, since you'd have …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 days ago

Can I put a gate at the end of an easement?

An easement is a legal right for the benefits of others and obligation on …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 8 days ago

How can I ensure my spouse gets 50 of the proceeds from the sale of my home even if we divorce?

Put her on the deed (if she's not already): if she is 1 of …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 11 days ago

How to interpret a deed restriction?

Deed restrictions, or, for that matter, contracts, regulations, statutes, etc. are interpreted according to …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 16 days ago

I signed to sell a mobile home,and want to back out. Do I have 72 hours to do so?

Unfortunately  "3 day right of recission" does not apply to such a transaction. Many consumers …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 month ago