I love counterfeiting. Especially counterfeit toys and clothes, cars and other crazy items! I LOVE counterfeiting. I want to explore the possibility of a career in intellectual property law or other careers that have to do with counterfeiting (like: becoming a counterfeiter!) [more inside]
posted on May 22, 2008 - 10 answers

How may one obtain access to a web site, or ownership of the domain, of someone who had recently died? [more inside]
posted on Apr 27, 2008 - 4 answers

Putting together a course on the history of music as property; I have a lot of the course figured out, but am looking for really well documented and interesting case studies or chronicles of disputes over the ownership of music. [more inside]
posted on Apr 13, 2008 - 29 answers

I've been offered a new contract/consulting job where I would be paid not by the hour or for a specific deliverable, but at a flat weekly rate. Under this arrangement, how might I make intellectual property distinctions between works that will belong to this client, and outside works I may do for myself or others? [more inside]
posted on Apr 8, 2008 - 12 answers

What recourse do I have when I'm stuck between 2 realtors? Way more inside [more inside]
posted on Apr 7, 2008 - 17 answers

How much was that stuff worth? I have to prepare a fairly precise net worth statement for Sept 93 on short notice. Most is easily pulled off old statements, but how do I come up with a solid fair market valuation for household/personal goods? It's peak tax season, so impossible to get an fast answer from an accountant. The only obvious calculator just throws validation errors. [more inside]
posted on Mar 28, 2008 - 3 answers

I've been thinking a lot about buying a property and renting it out. I have a good grasp on a lot of the essentials, but I was hoping for some input from hive mind as to what I should be prepared for, what I should have ready, and how best to handle being a landlord. [more inside]
posted on Mar 26, 2008 - 20 answers

Are there any agencies to help people exchange properties / relocate in the US (i.e. from one state to another)? Do large organizations HR help their employees? Is it something the Government does to help out? [more inside]
posted on Mar 21, 2008 - 7 answers

What should I do about a (possible) problem renter who isn't paying on time and putting off late fees he owes me? I'm renting out my condo and have been have been having a problem with getting the renter to pay on time. (This is the first time I've rented out to him the place.) He's always paid the rent portion in full, but he owes me $150 in late fees and has put it off, I want to snuff this out quickly and not make this a chronic problem. I moved out state about a month ago but explained to the renter that the check had to be postmarked on the first of every month to be mailed to me. I still have a bunch of local friends acting as 'property managers' who can go and break kneecaps if necessary. [more inside]
posted on Mar 10, 2008 - 43 answers

Am I about to get screwed over in regards to the house I'm buying, that's currently being renovated? [more inside]
posted on Mar 3, 2008 - 4 answers

Help me figure out if there's any way to claim a deceased family member's unclaimed property [more inside]
posted on Jan 20, 2008 - 6 answers

Our former roommate had a cat, which he was babysitting for his ex. He lived with us for 6 months and barely acknowledged this wonderful, personable animal - they hadn't bothered to give her a name - and my girlfriend and I became close with her and kept her for 2 months after the roommate moved out. Now he has reappeared and wants to take her back to a lonely, neglected existence. We want to say no. How can we do this? [more inside]
posted on Jan 11, 2008 - 94 answers

What, if any, are the effects of express warranties by landlord and landlord's agents under New Jersey landlord tenant law? [more inside]
posted on Dec 14, 2007 - 6 answers

How do we find a home for our dojo? [more inside]
posted on Dec 10, 2007 - 6 answers

I'm planning on buying a house with my SO. We will contribute different amounts to the down payment and the monthly payments. How do we calculate how much of the resultant property each of us owns, especially when we don't know how the property will (or will not!) appreciate? [more inside]
posted on Dec 7, 2007 - 29 answers

Does anyone know anything about UK property law? Can they make us pay this? Conveyancer demanding small payment they should have asked us for a year ago. [more inside]
posted on Nov 28, 2007 - 4 answers

How to deal with trespassing hunters. [more inside]
posted on Nov 18, 2007 - 32 answers

Using 401K & Roth IRA to purchase second property ?? Is this possible ?? Any suggestions. Thanks, ek
posted on Nov 18, 2007 - 13 answers

Can my parents sell a piece of property without my consent? [more inside]
posted on Nov 16, 2007 - 12 answers

I’ve ratted out my company to a prospective client. [more inside]
posted on Oct 28, 2007 - 24 answers

Tree branch fell on next-door neighbor's house. He has asked me to take care of it. [more inside]
posted on Oct 16, 2007 - 19 answers

How do we help a 17 year old kicked out of the house get his property and identification? [more inside]
posted on Sep 14, 2007 - 17 answers

Are there any reasonably-priced summer homes left in New England? (more inside) [more inside]
posted on Sep 6, 2007 - 6 answers

My father and his brother currently own a sizable piece of property in upstate NY. They each own 50% of the property. My uncle will eventually leave his half to his three sons, and my father will leave his half to his three daughters (which of course, includes me). Due to health reasons, there is a good chance my uncle will move elsewhere and transfer his ownership to my cousins in the near future. [more inside]
posted on Sep 4, 2007 - 14 answers

$100k USD to spend on a "vacation home". Ideally, great activities nearby (skiing, beaching, etc) on a lake or mountains. North America or Europe. Where should we buy? [more inside]
posted on Aug 13, 2007 - 18 answers

I need a financial advisor in the Glendale/Burbank CA area ASAP. [more inside]
posted on Jul 23, 2007 - 2 answers

Please suggest a good approach to a real estate owner for a possible sale. [more inside]
posted on Jul 11, 2007 - 4 answers

I live on a street where the houses are not on the same ground level and so there are retaining walls between the properties. The house on my uphill side was built in the 1920’s and my house was built on a vacant lot between two houses from that era in 1961. Thanks to a brochure of the development in the 20’s, I have a picture of these two neighboring houses when my lot was vacant. The picture clearly shows the walls, or in actuality, the walls that are visible above ground level. These walls were built on top of the real retaining walls and were wood frame inside with chicken wire and plaster over the outside. [more inside]
posted on Jul 9, 2007 - 5 answers

Have any Chicago mefites had experience with Hunter Properties, Acorn Management, Lake Front Management, Lee Street Apartment Rentals, or Water Tower Realty? Praise is as welcome as criticism. [more inside]
posted on Jul 4, 2007 - 3 answers

An individual looking to buy a multi-family home to create a low rent situation for several artists. Is there a benefit to becoming a non-profit? Is there money to help support this venture that I should be chasing after? [more inside]
posted on Jun 27, 2007 - 6 answers

My apartment was entered without the knowledge or consent of me, or my landlord. Is this trespassing? [more inside]
posted on Jun 8, 2007 - 21 answers

Two weeks ago I rented a new place. A previous tenant left the washer and dryer here. I can't figure out who owns what! Help! [more inside]
posted on Jun 8, 2007 - 12 answers

I'm considering buying a house that's right beside a small electrical substation (just a small path between it and the wall of the house). Are there any risks attached to this? [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2007 - 15 answers

An artist friend of mine was surprised to see his artwork used without permission on a flier for a band. He had posted the artwork on his website. What can/should he do to stop the misuse? I know that he automatically holds a copyright on the work as its creator. (I have advised him to post watermarked versions of his work in the future to prevent future misuse.)
posted on May 26, 2007 - 13 answers

Just bought my first home! What should I look for in homeowner's insurance? [more inside]
posted on May 10, 2007 - 13 answers

I just bought what was once a very nice house in Maplewood, NJ (Essex County). It has become very rundown and was assessed by our mortgage company at a value of 340,000 in it's current condition. It was a great deal and after a little work will be amazing. Is there a way to have it's taxation rate changed based on the purchase price? Currently, it's very high. Is there somewhere I can go locally to ask about this? Also, anyone know how the property tax cuts will play out in NJ.
posted on Apr 11, 2007 - 6 answers

Generally in most states, especially Oregon, if one person claims another has "personal property," do the police deal with this in an immediate sense or is this a case for small claims? [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2007 - 11 answers

How to find a decently-priced studio flat in London? I have looked everywhere you can imagine: Gumtree, Findaproperty, etc etc etc and am getting super frustrated with hours of unsuccessful virtual househunting... [more inside]
posted on Mar 4, 2007 - 11 answers

What kind of lawyer specializes in property line disputes? [more inside]
posted on Mar 1, 2007 - 8 answers

A large truck needs to get into my backyard, but my driveway is too small. I don't get along with my neighbour. In the event he refuses, what are my options? [more inside]
posted on Feb 26, 2007 - 15 answers

can someone form an LLC specifically and solely based on another individual's work/product -- without telling/consulting them? A *LOT*-- [more inside]
posted on Jan 18, 2007 - 27 answers

How do I assess the property market in Sydney? Are there any websites or magazines or whatever that I can read to give me an idea of the quality of the suburbs and the general price in different places? I've googled, but I am finding most information too specific. [more inside]
posted on Jan 7, 2007 - 8 answers

I need to lease some commercial space. There's [more inside]
posted on Dec 27, 2006 - 6 answers

Looking to learn the nitty-gritty about property/real estate. [more inside]
posted on Dec 10, 2006 - 3 answers

Further to this post, I'm even more sick of the bedsit I'm renting. What are my options in terms of getting out? [more inside]
posted on Oct 27, 2006 - 4 answers

Where should I look to find flats available to let in London? [more inside]
posted on Oct 2, 2006 - 15 answers

I am leaving my fiancee, we bought a house together a year and a half ago. What kind of property rights do I have? [more inside]
posted on Sep 28, 2006 - 16 answers

Property Line Dispute, with a neighbor who is selling. Should we resolve it now, or hope for the best with the new neighbor? [more inside]
posted on Sep 25, 2006 - 24 answers

Is there still cheap land available? [more inside]
posted on Sep 4, 2006 - 24 answers

How can I identify a landlord or property owner if I only know the street address? [more inside]
posted on Sep 2, 2006 - 4 answers