THREE RIVERS LEGAL SERVICES NEWS BLOG
Understanding Property Taxes and Reverse Mortgages
Three Rivers Legal Services recently had a very informative workshop on Home Ownership. This post is a summary of the workshop, a link to the complete video can be found below. Property Taxes This can be a confusing topic for many homeowners. Property taxes are due annually, and tax collectors issue tax bills every year in November. The earlier you pay your taxes, the more significant the discount you’ll receive. But who is responsible for paying these taxes? Ultimately, the property owner or any heir of the property owner is responsible for paying the taxes. If your property has a mortgage,
April 26, 2023: Board of Directors Meeting
There will be a meeting of the Board of Directors on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, @ 4:00 pm. The meeting will take place at: 5800 NW 39 th Avenue, Suite 102 Gainesville, FL 32606 or Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81574337685?pwd=dUUreUNQdFpRRnFxWnFXZktMZ3FKZz09 Meeting ID: 815 7433 7685 Passcode: 130145 One tap mobile +13052241968,,81574337685# US
10 Legal Aid Resources for Low-Income People in North Florida
Legal aid is essential for low-income people in North Florida who cannot afford to hire a lawyer. There are many legal aid resources available, both online and in person. Here are 10 legal aid resources for low-income people in North Florida: 1. **Legal Services of North Florida** is a non-profit organization that provides free legal assistance to low-income people in North Florida. They have offices in Tallahassee, Pensacola, and Fort Walton Beach. 2. **Three Rivers Legal Services** is a non-profit organization that provides free legal assistance to low-income people in North Florida. They have offices in Gainesville, Jacksonville, and
TRLS has an opening for new at large Board Member
Three Rivers Legal Services, Inc. has an opening on its Board of Directors for an at large member. This is a governing board that meets four times a year with committee meetings throughout the year. A background in finance is preferred. If interested please contact Anthony Wisz, Ex. Director at [email protected] Or Apply ONLINE here: LINK
Three Rivers Legal Services Announces Award of $75,000 through FHLBank Atlanta Heirs’ Property Prevention & Resolution Grant Initiative, Funding to help address title issues GalleryThree Rivers Legal Services Announces Award of $75,000 through FHLBank Atlanta Heirs’ Property Prevention & Resolution Grant Initiative, Funding to help address title issues
Three Rivers Legal Services Announces Award of $75,000 through FHLBank Atlanta Heirs’ Property Prevention & Resolution Grant Initiative, Funding to help address title issues
Gainesville, Florida, February 13, 2023 – Three Rivers Legal Services, Inc. (TRLS) announced today that it has been awarded $75,000 in funding from Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLBank Atlanta), one of the 11 district banks in the Federal Home Loan Bank System. The award is through the FHLBank Atlanta Heirs’ Property Prevention and Resolution Grant Initiative, announced last August. Funding through this initiative was made available to organizations that submitted pilot initiatives during the Heirs’ Property Prevention and Resolution Funders’ Forum, held on December 2, 2021. “We are grateful to FHLBank Atlanta for their partnership and for devoting
Our Communities Need Your Help
Legal aid organizations, like Three Rivers Legal Services, play a crucial role in providing access to justice for low-income individuals and families. We offer a range of legal services including assistance with housing, family, sealing/expunging criminal records, and help to protect the rights of vulnerable individuals and communities. Despite the important work that legal aid organizations do, they face a number of challenges that make it difficult to provide effective and comprehensive services. One of the greatest challenges facing legal aid organizations is a lack of funding. Legal aid services are often provided by non-profit organizations or government agencies, which