Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania

Lending son money

My son lives in Pennsylvania where he has a deposit on a home sold at auction. The closing is due and his morgage has yet to be approved, but he will get one. I am willing to lend him the funds until he gets his morgage. What forms do I need to ensure his repayment to me. I trust he will do as he says, but want to cover myself legally just in case. Pat McCormick


Asked on 6/17/03, 11:27 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

Steven Rothberg Law offices of Steven D. Rothberg

Re: Lending son money

There are a few things that you would need. The first would be a promissory note. The second a mortgage to be recorded in the county where the property is located. You should also get title insurance. He will be getting it as an owner, so as a lender, there will be no fee for the lender's policy in PA. You should be comfortable with the appraised value of the property, of course, but the three items mentioned will be adequate to protect your interest. I work for a large title company, and would be willing to help you out with this transaction should you need assistance. You can call me at 800-443-5084

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Answered on 6/17/03, 11:39 am
Gerald Hershenson Law Office of Gerald M. Hershenson

Re: Lending son money

You need a title search to insure that your son will get good and clear title. Then I would require that he execute a mortgage that will be filed of record as a first lien. It will be satified when he get a loan. More information is needed about the transaction. If I can assist please let me know. Gerald Hershenson Esq. 215-579-9390

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Answered on 6/17/03, 11:39 am
Walter LeVine Walter D. LeVine, Esq.

Re: Lending son money

A promissory note and a Mortgage. After signing the mortgage, it needs to be recorded in the County where the property is located. A title insurance company can assist with the recording for a nominal fee. After he gets his mortgage and you are repaid, you merely submit your mortgage for cancellation. There are some recording fees involved for each part of the transaction.

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Answered on 6/17/03, 4:58 pm


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