where?, and how? do I get household items valued for my property settlement with my ex?
551315
Look in your yellow pages for someone who appraises item that is the only thing I can think of..
931485
This all depends if it is a civil or a criminal matter. If the property was jointly owned, or the person you are referring to is an ex -partner/wife, then this is probably a civil matter which unfortunately is not what the police are for. If that is the case, you need advice from your own solicitor.\n\nThe police will be able to help you with this matter if the property can be viewed as having been stolen (ie a criminal matter).\n\nIf a person is to be found guilty of stealing, it must be shown that the person dishonestly appropriated the property, that the property belonged to another (ie you) and that the person had the intention to permanently deprive you of that property. \n\nWhy not telephone your local police station - they will soon tell you if this is a civil or criminal matter. Good luck!
87467
It all sounds like small claims court is the right place.  The defendant needs to show up and present her story (and it would help if the ex-boyfriend presents his.)  If anybody ha any evidence of who owns the stuff (receipts, etc.) it would help win the case.
14344
you HAVE to answer to the papers that were served to you.  if you do not, all odds are against you, because it will appear to the judge that you simply do not care.  this requires filing a response with the county clerk, which usually costs a fee - call and find out how much in your county.  if you have kids and are interested in keeping them, you should really use an attorney - the courthouse sometimes has referrals that will go on a sliding scale based on how much you earn, or maybe they will have a payment plan since you are unemployed.  \n\nat this point, assume everything is not in your favor.  everything depends on your particular situation.  was he abusive?  were you?  who has been the primary caretaker of the children, etc.?  judges are mean - they will laugh in your face sometimes if you appear pro se, but i think it's worth it, especially if you win.  also, is there material involved, i.e., houses, cars, etc.?  who wants what?  i would attempt to talk to him if possible and find out what he really wants, i.e., kids - joint custody, or weekends only; house, etc.?
323488
Contact a lawyer to help protect yourself and make sure everything does get returned. If money is a worry you can typically go to a courthuose and get a number for a lawyer and have a free hour on the phone where you could explain your problem and get his advice.\n\nIt is her stuff and she should get it back.
829226
Sue your Partner make him help you. take the tennant to court and get your money
170178
If you live in the same jurisdiction as the one where the divorce was filed, you should be able to get that information from the court clerk.  There may even be a web site, which will show the current status of the case if it is open.  Once is it closed, however, the clerk's office is probably the only way.  Of course, if you see it listed and it says the next hearing is "post-settlement" in nature, you have a clue.\n\nIsn't it easier just to ask him?  Or is this because you do not trust him?  If so, are you sure you even want to know?  After all, if you fell you can't trust him, what is the relationship worth?
813149
Go get an appraisal.  It will cost $250-$300 depending on your area.  Look in the yellow pages under "home appraisal" or "appraisal - home".\n\nIf it has already been sold, go to your county auditor, or county treasurer.  Also look in the phone book or call your mayor's office (or county/parish offices) and ask them where to go to find the county real estate records.  It also might be called the "recorder's office".\n\nIf it has been sold by your husband, subpeona him for a copy of the "Settlement Statement" or "HUD-1" to see exactly what it sold for and the fees/costs associated with the sale.
965426
Go to the county office, the county secretary or clerk should be able to help you. They usually have a lot of properties left over after the tax auctions. I'm about to start purchasing some of these homes myself from different counties. I hope this helps you
125810
If you are concerned that he may later come back and try to sue you for his belongings, it would be in your best interest to send him a certified letter requesting that he picks up his property within thirty days of receiving the letter.  Also state within the letter what you plan to do with the property if it is not picked up within 30 days.  It may also be worth your while to do a little research for your area to determine what the eviction laws are in your area.
859569
1.  File a police report about the items you left and they money that is owed.  Give the police the details of the theft...and when you purchased the things that were stolen...and anyswer any questions they have.\n\n2.  Take her to small claims court in your jurisdiction, and file PRO SE (BY YOURSELF).\n\n3.  Prove that you evicted her legally...hopefully you looked up the regulations and laws in your area.\n\n4.  You have a right to send her notice that she owes you the money, and you have a right to contact for the money.\n\n5.  Keep very good records of the items stolen, and the money received and when she paid in the past.  Take pictures of the damage.  Get estimates of what it costs to fix it.\n\n6.  Write down what she said, where she said and bring that to court.\n\n7.  You may realize that she will say she doesn't have money to pay....however the judge may enter a judgement for you...and sometimes you can even put it against her car.\n\nGood luck - and I had that for over 20 years...with 5 properties...and I got very tired...of the attitude...they think they own the place.\nHey, if they trash your place, they will do it to their own place..it's all a matter of time.
99303
You might talk to a lawyer, but unless you can prove you paid for some of it you are probably going to lose everything. "Cleaning and decorating" can range from a bimbo he picked up in a bar one night doing his dishes to someone who was his wife in everything but name being a full partner in his life.
750761
Quite a lousy situation.  However, my take on it is this.  Sounds like your boyfriend holds some of the cards here.  Unless his ex had a signed contract with him regarding the money she had loaned him, she would be hard pressed to get it back unless she is willing to go through some major legal wrangling.  And yes, he was being used as a "storage unit" so he should definitely be entitled to the market rate of what that would have cost the ex had she done it properly.  I know what I would do.  Don't pay her a cent and dare her to try to take it to court.  In fact, you probably would have a better chance to prevail in a lawsuit you would bring against her considering the lack of 30 day notice as added ammo as well.  You may want to consider small claims court, since you could most likely do this on your own w/o lawyering up.
1018561
Check with the local legal aid agency in your area I know there are limits on things that you have sold or given away for the past 1-3 years... Legal Aid helped my brother in a similar situation .
75780
If you havent used the item in 2 years, you can probably do without it. Ebay is great for stuff like that. You'll find that if you throw this stuff away you will never miss it. And of all the stuff you toss, its more worth it to have a clean, unmessy house and buy what you need when necessary than to have a house full of junk. It clutters the mind as well as the house!
1122696
Ouch! \n\nI think that since you have already made a final settlement that she would not be allowed to come back at you for any more money. Also if her name is no longer on the mortgage documents then she should have no claim on the property. \n\nI would definately check with your solicitor before selling the house - after all if all it means is waiting a couple of months for the divorce to be final before selling and therefore not having to share the payment for the house it would be better.
510876
Go down to the courthouse & look up the address.  It will even tell you the house value!