If you are talking taking through a whole transaction, litigation, or clearing title issues etc. that can run into thousands to tens of thousands depending on what it is.

And, they are acceptable in a civilized world, LOL. :)  

Folks - Please keep it civil.

It was also used in the Civil War, World War I and WWII.

We drew the plans on a $49 Home Architect Deluxe program from Staples, took the plans to a structural engineer and a civil engineer, had the lot compacted, subbed out the various trades, and coordinated the various city inspections. 

To be in the U.S. without proper documentation is a civil offense - not a criminal one.

So the agreement with the seller has to clearly spell out that foreclosure may happen and that the new buyer be held harmless.CA civil code clearly states that a lender has to give a new owner (successor in interest) payoff amounts and full accounting statements relating to the loan, and there is a fine for not doing so.

MacLean, this loss is now being litigated against the agents and insurance program administrators; none of which have offered misrepresentation of any kind.

George is correct, this combination will probably hold the real estate beyond the reach of most attempts of litigation.

The opposing council will either file a criminal or civil suit.