I live in northern Virginia. I have paid months in advance (a private home) as I came back from Iraq after 3 tours (finally out) and was just looking for a place to settle for a bit. What are the laws in Virginia? I have mail showing I live here. I did not lease or anything I just moved in with a friend who is female. Advice please as far as Virginia goes. I have nothing as far as documents as I have paid cash since I have been back.
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i don't quite understand your question but i use to manage apts. you can go to the library and get a book called land lord and tenant book make you a copy it will answer all you wont to no ,your landlord should be ashamed of her self if i still had my apts i would give you one rent free for a year you very well deserve it ,i don't no you but I'm very proud of you and its a privilege to be on here with you ,that landlord should have given you receipts ask where they are I'm so sorry she is doing you this way
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Check the housing waiting lists.  Not knowing your rank or family size, I don't know what you'd get.\n\nhttp://www.nsa-norva.navy.mil/housing/wait.pdf\n\nI absolutely LOVED that area.  Lots for kids to do.  The real estate market there is unsettled, but by that time it should be firm again.  Personally, I prefer living in Virginia Beach to Norfolk.  I think the neighborhoods and schools were a bit better.  Email me if you want the info on a super good realtor.
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How did you manage to "forget" that you had a HELOC?\n\nIn your Affidavit of Title, you would have had to swear that there were no other outstanding mortgages or liens, etc that were not being paid off with the sale.  You had a duty to inform them of any known items that did not show up in the title search.  \n\nOccasionally documents are filed in the wrong county, etc so they don't show up on the search.  That in no way absolves you from the responsibility of paying.\n\nPay off that HELOC right now and close the account, and make sure the discharge is filed.  It is your only hope of not getting sued for fraud.
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Who knew that British law professors were as nasty in first year property courses as American profs?\n\nA. Julia is out, as is Stephen and Margaret, assuming they were not on the title (and that's pretty clear, since the land office registered the title to Samantha free and clear) and assuming there's no landlord/tenant law that protects them.\n\nB. see above.\n\nC. Jones retains his leasehold unless the relevant jurisdiction has a requirement that a least of that duration be recorded (and this one presumably wasn't).\n\nD) Haye presumably is within the requirement of C, and thus his lease retains validity.\n\nE. Michael had a future interest which is now a present interest, if the lease has been signed then the same lease recording provisions apply. However, if he has a contract with the previous owner for a lease but never got that lease, his contract is invalid against the new owner, and his recourse, if any, is against the old owner, for breach of contract.\n\nHad the property been register in J&S and executed by both, no difference, except that any Landlord/Tenant consideration would not apply to Stephen.\n\nPS - I hated property class.
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Dress up.  They probably won't want to rent a nice big house to a bunch of college guys.  My other BIG suggestion is writing up a rental agreement between you and your friends.  In there, you need to have stuff about how you're splitting the bills, what penalties if they're not paid on time. how you're dividing chores, rent, maintenance issues that come up with the house that the landlord won't fix or that you want to fix on your own.  Also, what happens if someone loses their job, etc.  One of my roommates lost his job and was out of work for 2 months.  We had to come up with a bunch of money to cover his share and his lazy butt didn't do any chores around the house while he was out of work, either.  Cover your butt and put everything in writing so nothing comes between friends.  Also, go to an office cupply store and get a receipt book.  Every time a bill is due, write everyone receipts as they pay their share.  This will help avoid confusion as to who paid what and who hasn't paid yet.  This gets really confusing as time goes on.  While inspecting the house, look at the ceilings.  If there are brown discolorations, that means there are plumbing problems causeing leaks.  Look for any cracks in the walls as this indicated foudation problems.  See if any doors won't shut or windows that won't open.  Also, go look at the thermostat.  If the thermostat has to be running at 90 degrees to keep the house at 70 during the winter, your untility bills are going to be HUGE.  If you're in a warm area, switch the scenario with the same result.  Long response, I know, but I hope it helps.
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Juvenile/Domestic Relation Law varies from state to state in the U.S.  I know in Virginia "they" (the court system) attempt other remedies first - after all, if you are in jail, it does the children (the only consideration as far as the court is concerned) NO good.  It also costs the taxpayers money to keep you there, and, it potentially costs the taxpayers more if they have to subsidize your childrens support.  Most likely, if you are in fact liable for support (back support or otherwise), the system will attempt to garnish your wages first, place a lein on any bank accounts in your name, and intercept tax refunds and the like.  Also, if you did happen to end up in jail - at least in Virginia - the 'tab' keeps running!  Your best bet, again, if you do owe, is to begin paying, a-absolutely-s-a-p, and keep (SECURE!) ALL receipts of your payments, AND TAKE THEM WITH YOU TO COURT!!!  Also, if you have to appear in court, BE RESPECTFUL, to your ex as well as the judge (well, you should respect the mother of your children in any event, it IS in the BEST INTEREST of YOUR CHILDREN).  Best of luck! - g
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How about.....typing the necessary letter yourself....driving to your old landlord's office, and have him sign it directly....\n\nIn the alternative, can you prove via receipts or cancelled checks that you paid on time, including electric/phone bills...If so, you should provide a letter demonstrating that on paper you are reliable and shouldn't be penalized because a previous landlord has proven unreliable - in fact - I would push the point that you are proving your reliability by providing everything they need to make a decision.\n\nFurther, landlords can only answer facts...Reference questions that illicit "opinions" from previous landlords are not legal.\n\nLegal question?:  Did he pay rent on time each month?\n\nIllegal question?:  Did you find him uncooperative and rude?\n\nIm very curious what the new landlord is trying to obtain from an old landlord that requires a "review" letter.
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By law when you rent an apartment they have to send you a letter of "Manager's Itemized List of Damages" which is a breakdown of everything you owe or don't owe. It includes damages, unpaid rent, security deposit, unpaid utilities, anything to do with your lease and living on that property. IF the landlord/manager does not send you this breakdown within 30 days after your move out, you can collect triple your security deposit. You have to have given your notice of intent to move out and also your forwarding address within four days of your move out. \n\nIf you ignored that letter they can take you to small claims court and sue you. Chances are they will garnish your wages and they will report you to the credit bureau. They don't need an attorney to file in small claims court. It will cost them about $45.00 so WHY wouldn't they??\n\nYou say "I didn't know I had to pay another month's rent, almost forgot about it."  YOU knew you owed it. Read that quote again. You might as well call and make arrangements to pay it. \n\nJust between you and me, I think you are simply trying to get out of paying. I was an apartment manager for 25 years and I have heard every story there is to tell. Take my advice and pay the people what you owe them.
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Definately, thank you for your service to our country.  \n\nVA loans were very unique when they came out because they offered 100% financing to our vets, for those who qualify.  It was designed back in the days when 100% financing was not as accessable as it is now. You need to check with your local VA to see if you qualify for their certification, but your credit and financial situation still has to qualify for the loan if it is possible to obtain a refinance this way.\n\nMy name is Laura. I am a mortgage broker loan officer and will have to check with my lender to see if they can do a refinance if the home was not purchased with the VA benefits.  Please give me a call if you'd like me to research this: \n877-659-5626.\n\nYou may check our website out for more information about my team.  I love for a chance to help you.
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Get a laywer today!!! You need to ask them what your rights are in that state. If you get a good one, you should not have to travel down there. He can get you copies of everything you need and start procedings to get the people out of your house. If it were SC, I would recommend a good one. Good luck, wish I could do more.
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This unfortunately is just life. Do not loan anyone money or housing or food or anything else that you can't afford to lose, because you will be disappointed this way. Next time you get into a deal like this, have the other party sign an agreement (at least you will have it in writing). That won't get you paid, but it will make it easier to pursue should you choose. You will find that it is best to avoid these situations entirely. \nNow, that said, you could send him a bill (do this on your computer - make it neat, and then print him a copy). Mail it to him and be specific what the charges are for (dates of the stay, etc). Give him a phone number to call to discuss it. Mail by registered mail requiring an acceptance signature. If he does not respond by phone, send another letter the next month (same rules). He may just get tired of it and pay up. If he doesn't pay up, you will have a little documentation to rest charges on. I don't know how much we are talking about here, but it may be better to just chalk it up to experience, and be smarter next time. I have had to do that a few times as lessons learned. Good luck with your problem - hey, at least you don't still have the moocher living with you.
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Been there, done that!  This is more typically a problem at OCONUS locations but as you are learning, the misguided consolodations pushed through by the current administration are impacting things on the home front as well.\n\nUnfortunately there is no easy solution for you.  The military answer is usually to expand the local commuting area.  Normally a one hour commute is considered "local" and all assigned military personnel are required to live in this area.  When housing is in short supply, the local military commander usually expands this area to 90 or 120 minutes.  That solves his or her "problem" but does nothing for you.\n\nIf you haven't been assigned a sponsor yet, get in touch with your gaining unit and have one assigned.  They will start the search for you prior to your arrival.  Also, contact the housing office at Ft Riley to get the ball rolling there as well.\n\nYou may want to consider giving your sponsor a limited power-of-attorney to sign a lease for you.  It should contain a clause limiting the maximum rent, deposit, etc.  Yes, going sight-unseen sucks, but at least it's a roof over your head.\n\nIn severe circumstances, the post housing office may coordinate all off-post rentals and assign rental housing to incoming members.  When this happens, you're typically allowed one "free" refusal of "adequate" housing so think carefully about what's offered, bearing in mind that the least desireable properties are usually reserved for the "second choice" list.  Based on your family size, you'll probably be limited to 3 bedrooms so refusing a 3 bedroom home as too small won't be justified.
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If your in the military, and living in AZ, you may have to do both, unfortunately, but how long have you lived in AZ? if its over 6 months you are a resident of AZ, And your taxes should go to AZ. but you really need to go talk to someone on the base, There is different laws for the military.Good Luck! And Semper Fi, I'm a former Marine and it always confused me.
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if your adventerous, get a job over here in iraq like i did.  i came over here $125,000 in debt back in 2003.  by next april, i will be totally debt free.  i would have been done a lot sooner, but i splurged a little on my vacations.  i'm with halliburton(kbr), but there are many companies over here that pay well.  the first $80,000 is tax free.  each month i bring home anywhere between $8,000 to $11,000 a month(bring home), depending on if it is a four or five week month.  it can be dangerous at times, but i have been here 3 1/2 years and i still have all my fingers and toes.  good luck.
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If htey gave you the house and you are paying the notes, do you have a ocntract with them?  Has it been transferred to your name?  These are things you need to check out.  Sounds like they still own the house, and if so I would take my 842.00 and go elsewhere to live or have to put up with controlling in-laws and a nosey sister-in-law.
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It depends on where you were living, if it was an apartment then there should be a manager taking care of the rents and repairs that you can talk to. If it was a house that you were renting you may have more of a problem and if you file a civil suit you may be wasting your money since it will be hard to serve him with the papers. Was it his personal property that you were renting or something owned by his business, it is was company property there will be a registered agent who can accept service for him. You can find out who this is through the Secretary of States office in your state. If it was his personal property then I would suggest looking at your lease, was it drawn up by an attorney, it is possible that he could be on a retainer and you could have him served. The only other way you could have him served would be with a foreign process server and some courts wont accept this. Check the magistrate or municipal court in your city to see if this is ok. Ask the court clerk how you can get him served, they are not supposed to give legal advice but they are usually friendly.\nYou might also send him an email threatening to file a civil suit and see if he responds to that. And if you do manage to get him served and get a judgment then I would suggest filing a lien against the home to protect your interests, that way he cant sell it without paying you.
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I'm from the Navy background or should I say I was a military brat. We stayed in San Diego, CA - Beeville, TX (stationed in Corpus Cristy) - and lastly Va Beach, VA. I LOVED VA BCH, VA - NAS Oceana myself. One of my sisters still lives there. They are one of the safest places to live. Great schools. SO much to do there and not far from Williamsburg (I love the field trips they take you to). Trust me you'll love it. My niece's husband is stationed in Norfolk, VA & so is one of my cousins. Check it out.