A Declaration of Homestead is a simple legal document which can help to protect your house and property in times of economic hardship. A Declaration of Homestead is a simple legal document which can ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Matthew F. Erskine is a trusts and estates attorney. Along with a Will and a Trust, the most common documents used in estate ...

Q: I just bought a house in Tyngsboro, moving from Nashua. I heard that I need to file a document proving my homestead in Massachusetts. This is different than New Hampshire. What do I need to do? A: ...

This office has received three recent inquiries as to whether someone should reaffirm their homestead protection after refinancing their home. As you may know, you can protect your home’s equity by ...

A homestead exemption is a legal mandate. It helps protect a home from seizure by creditors following a declaration of bankruptcy or the death of a spouse with ownership interest. In many states, the ...

Question: What is the difference between filing a Declaration of Homestead and a Homeowners Exemption? My home is in Los Angeles County. Can I use these documents on a deed-restricted property located ...

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — A Sacramento woman recently refinanced her home and got a questionable notice in the mail, asking her to fork over money. She wasn't sure if she should pay so she decided to call ...

WESTMINSTER — If you are a Vermont homeowner, you can receive a reduction in your property taxes by filing a Homestead Declaration, but you need to act fast to meet the Oct. 15 deadline. Once filed, ...

You receive a notice in the mail, “Don’t lose your home to creditors. For a fee, we will protect your home so you won’t be homeless.” Is it worth the fee? Homestead filing services are regulated by ...