Tag: adverse possession

Homeowners and landlords across Long Island are facing a growing problem: squatters. Although squatters have historically created legal obstacles for landlords and homeowners, more and more people have taken advantage of “squatters’ rights,” resulting in homebuyers purchasing homes or homeowners who discover unknown individuals occupying their property without the permission of the homeowner. Squatters can potentially create legal complications that result in substantial costs for those who need to remove them from their property. Continue reading “LI Homeowners and Landlords Struggle With Squatters”