Even if it wasn't officially done, it may be a legal right now.I would tell them, just because they will likely find out 1 way or another.

This could be a very dumb question with a very simple answer, but if someone could clarify for me.I've been going through numerous Notices of Tax Deed Applications to reach out to former owners of those properties.On some of the notices, next to a name it will say "EST" followed by "%" and another name.ex)Legal Title Holders:Michael Jordan EST% Dwayne WadeMy question is, what does the "EST" represent, and who is the legal former title holder?

Hey all, I recently had a showing of a legal 2 family house, soon learning that the basement unit was rented out illegally.

Here a two bedroom can legally have 6 people.

First Post on this forum. I am going to be relocating out of state for work soon and have a question about the likelihood I would qualify for another loan. My wife and I both work but she will be quitting and becoming...

Hello, I'm seeking a mortgage on a property that was purchased in a recent sheriff sale, property located in Union City, NJ.I've been assured that that are local banks that will underwrite mortgages even on the basis ...

The tenant doesn't have a choice legally. 

If you are getting a loan as a primary residence you must intend to occupy the property as your residence. if you buy and say you are buying it as your residence but the whole time you are planning to basically not live in it, that is  lying and could get you in trouble for mortgage fraud. you may not get caught, but if you do it is taken seriously, beside legal trouble lender could call the mortgage due if they found out you were lying.

I got approved for an FHA at $294K.

Do not rely on it for legal advice.