Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida
Hi,im in Florida.my question is on rent to own home..i put a down payment down on a home.moved in.great for three years.then i had a accident .lost my jobs was behind by half a month still paying.then. was served papers eviction notice in the middle of moving had a heart attack.went to court.they said i forfit the money put on the house and any money put into the house to make it liveable.hot water tank,new toilet,fix central ac unit.when at court found out this man didn't own the house its in a trust.who can i contact in a law that this was a scam?and i forfit my cash to fix up the place and down payment..im not the only one i know of two others who were in the same place..thank you..
1 Answer from Attorneys
Your written agreement would control your rights. Have that reviewed by an attorney.