Ronna L. DeLoe, Esq.
Ronna L. DeLoe is a freelance writer and a published author who has written hundreds of legal articles. She does family law appeals in New York and has spent many years as a matrimonial and family law litigator. She majored in History and in English with a specialization in creative writing at Binghamton University. She graduated from Syracuse Law School and was a member of Syracuse Law Review.
More From This Author
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9 Things to Avoid When Naming Your Beneficiaries
Don't make these common mistakes when naming beneficiaries.
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Understanding a Room Rental Agreement
If you're seeking to make extra income or want to downsize, then consider renting out one of your empty rooms before you decide to sell your home. People who rent out rooms may be empty nesters or they may be younger people who have extra space and need additional income to cover the mortgage. Whatever your stage in life, you can increase your income by renting out a room in your house. Before you decide to rent a room, though, you should have a room rental agreement in place to protect you and to describe what the renter can and cannot do in your home.
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Understanding the Mechanics of a Mechanic's Lien
A mechanic's lien is placed on property to ensure payment for a contractor's work. Homeowners want to avoid mechanic's liens because they can cause foreclosure. Find out how mechanic's liens work and what you have to do to enforce it or remove it.
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How to Write a Security Deposit Return Letter to Your Tenant
Landlords must return full or partial security deposits to their tenants, with a check and a letter explaining why the entire deposit isn't being returned. See what information to include and what deductions are allowed.
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Using a Hold Harmless Agreement
If your business revolves around activities where even a minor injury is likely to occur, you may want to consider using a hold harmless agreement. Learn how HHAs can protect you from liability.
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Tenant Tips for Writing a Security Deposit Return Letter
As a tenant who has recently moved out, you're entitled to the return of your security deposit, in addition to interest, where applicable. Find out how to get your security deposit back without having to go to court.
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Quitclaim Deeds vs. Warranty Deeds in Texas
Quitclaim deeds aren't used very often in Texas, and are looked upon as barely even being a deed. See what other types of deeds you can use to transfer property in Texas.
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Consolidated Financial Statements vs. Combined Financial Statements: Which Should I Use for My Business?
Consolidated and combined financial statements are two different types of statements that help the public know whether it's worth investing in your company. Learn the difference between these statements and why you would pick one over the other.
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How Do You Distribute Stock Certificates to Investors?
As one of the corporation's founders, you have to decide whether to issue paper or electronic shares of stock, and what percentage of the company the investor receives in stock. Learn more about both paper and electronic distribution of shares.
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Profit and Loss Statement vs. Balance Sheet: Which One Should I Use?
Both profit and loss statements and balance sheets are important for running your small business or corporation. Learn about these two different statements and about how they help your company's future.
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