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Understanding Ohio’s Lemon Law: What To Do After Buying A Defective Vehicle
One of the largest purchases that people make in their lives is the purchase of a new car. But what happens when that car is a lemon? It can quickly turn into a financial nightmare. Fortunately, Ohio has some important protections in place for consumers in the form of the Ohio Lemon Law. It… Read More »
How Ohio Homeowners Can Use Loss Mitigation Tools Beyond Loan Modifications
When a homeowner is unable to pay their mortgage, they often believe that the only solution is a loan modification to avoid foreclosure. While loan modifications are beneficial in some situations, they are not the only solution and, in some cases, not the best solution available. Homeowners in Ohio have access to a variety… Read More »
What To Do When You Receive A Deficiency Notice After Foreclosure In Ohio
For many Ohio homeowners, foreclosure feels like the end of a tough chapter. The house is sold, the case is closed, and now you get to move forward. However, in some cases, a new puzzling letter shows up in the mail after your house has been foreclosed on. You may end up getting a… Read More »
Guide To Small Claims Court In Ohio: When It Makes Sense And When It Doesn’t
If you’re involved in a financial dispute, such as a contractor who never completed the project, a customer who refuses to pay an invoice, or a landlord/tenant issue, you may be wondering whether or not it’s worth the effort to go to court. Small claims court may be an option for you, and for… Read More »
Real Estate Purchase Agreements In Ohio: Common Pitfalls And Red Flags Before You Sign
One of the largest financial deals that most people make in their lifetime is buying or selling real estate. In Ohio, this is subject to a real estate transaction. Although these contracts seem to be relatively straightforward, there are some pitfalls that can cause costly problems when things go wrong. Understanding these pitfalls can… Read More »
Builder & Contractor Warranty Disputes In Ohio: Your Rights After A Bad Renovation
The idea of hiring a contractor is supposed to improve your home, not give you leaks in the ceilings, tile damage, incomplete jobs, or repairs that cost even more money to fix. Unfortunately, homeowners in the State of Ohio are experiencing failed renovation jobs every day. And if the contractor doesn’t come back, doesn’t… Read More »
Understanding Ohio Wage Garnishment: What Consumers Should Know Before Creditors Take Your Paycheck
There is nothing more stressful than seeing your paycheck dwindle away because of debt. Many Ohio consumers are surprised by wage garnishment, often after a long period of debt collection and phone calls. Learning about wage garnishment and what protections exist for you under Ohio and federal law can help you take charge of… Read More »
Understanding TCPA Claims: When Unwanted Calls & Texts Become Illegal In Ohio
If you are receiving a barrage of robocalls, text messages, or repeated calls from unknown numbers, you are not alone. Many Ohio consumers have been subjected to these annoying communications, but they can also violate federal law. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act is a federal statute intended to shield consumers against abusive telemarketing practices,… Read More »
What Ohio Homeowners Should Know About Mechanic’s Liens And Construction Disputes
If you hire a contractor to improve your home, you expect the job to be done properly, and paid disputes are usually the last thing on your mind. But in Ohio, disagreements over construction work can quickly escalate into a mechanic’s lien, a powerful legal tool that can affect your property title and your… Read More »
When Homeowner Associations Can Actually Foreclose And What You Can Do (Even If You’re Behind On Fees)
For many Ohio homeowners, the idea of losing a home over past-due association fees seems unthinkable. After all, most people associate foreclosure with missed mortgage payments, not unpaid dues to a condo or homeowner association. But in Ohio, HOA and condo associations do have the legal authority to initiate a foreclosure, and they use… Read More »