Further, a state that an entity does business in but is not organized in or registered in can declare authority over that entity due to the entity being a “foreign” entity doing business in that state.  

This will allow for you to pursue legal action "eviction" if ever needed for non payment or negligence as a tenant. if you rent out the basement separately but it is not a legal unit, the court will not allow you to pursue an eviction.

Located in the historic 4th Ward neighborhood of Charlotte, this townhouse at North Poplar Street is part of the desirable Hackberry Court.

Located in the historic Fourth Ward neighborhood of Charlotte, this townhouse at North Poplar Street is part of the desirable Hackberry Court development, built in 1995.

You can learn a lot about the court systems very quickly!

I would get a LL/tenant attorney since no one really knows how the courts will react and an atty will have the best chance of knowing how the winds are blowing. 

Because honestly, at one point, I considered his offer and was afraid of the possibility that if I didn't accept I'd be taken to court and be responsible for putting my children on the street, and I can see those types of scare tactics and resulting emotions being enough to scare someone into complying with a transaction no matter how laden it is with misrepresentation, non disclosure and fraud it could be.Again, I don't know if I misunderstood the laws and regulations or not, I could be wrong.

At the same time, talk to multiple lawyers in your area--your area--that specialize in evictions and are in that court room ---your specific areas court room--all the time. 

If you want to proceed, please gather these few documents, and email them over to me.Photo ID: Please provide a clear copy of your valid photo identification.Proof of Social Security Number: Documentation confirming your Social Security Number.Homeowner Insurance Declaration Page: Is the cover letter with your policy number and coverage amounts.

There is a lengthy discussion comparing and contrasting the "broker" and "finder" parties and their role in the transaction in the court case described here: http://law.justia.com/cases/new-york/other-courts/2010/2010-20104.htmlWhile I realize this does not apply directly to the topic at hand (Wisconsin), I and other BP members in other states should find it very informative and educational.