Breach of contract is a rather all-encompassing legal phrase that can be the basis for a suit for damages or the grounds for a defensive argument within another action, such as the Arizona foreclosure defense.
In Arizona, real estate transactions, the most common breaches are failure of the seller to disclose property defects or failure to perform by either party to the contract. Breach of contract can also be asserted as grounds for specific performance. If a buyer or seller defaults on closing escrow, for example, either party may have the elements necessary to compel performance of the contract terms and to obtain an order in the form of a mandatory injunction against the defaulting party forcing it to sell or purchase the property. In this event, the plaintiff is seeking to enforce the contract, not to be awarded damages for the defendant’s breach.
In Arizona foreclose defense actions, a breach of contract claim is almost always warranted. The breach is related to the Arizona deed of trust provisions such as failure to provide pre-acceleration notice or some other term of the contract or the promissory note.
Recently, certain loan servicers have arbitrarily force-placed insurance on Arizona properties, then demanded that Arizona borrowers pay the more expensive premium or be declared in default. A lender only has the right to place its own insurance if the existing policy lapses or does not meet the lender’s coverage standards. In a lapse, the lender may place its own policy without the borrower’s approval or notice, thus the term, “force-placed”. Our law firm has defended Arizona homeowners against foreclosure in which the lender clearly breached the deed of trust by force-placing its own policy on the property where there was no lapse of the borrowers’ insurance.
However, if the lender disapproves the borrower’s carrier or coverage, it must give notice of such disapproval before force-placing another policy, in our view of the Arizona trust deed provisions.
Our law firm also has also mounted Arizona foreclosure defense cases on behalf of Arizona homeowners facing foreclosure where a lender has refused to remit the insurance proceeds following a covered loss, such as a fire. The deeds of trust in these instances were commercial loans and these documents provide the lender with more options on how they can handle insurance proceeds. Our suits against these lenders allege breach of contract, also.
Our law firm handled an Arizona foreclosure defense case where the lender refused to pay over the insurance proceeds from a fire and conducted a trustee’s sale while holding the borrower’s funds. Incredibly, the money held by the foreclosing lender would have more than cured the delinquent mortgage payments on the Arizona property.
Commensurate with a breach of contract claim, the firm will usually include a claim titled “Breach of the Duty of Good Faith and Fair Dealing”. In Arizona, each valid contract carries with it a duty on all parties to do nothing which prevents the other party from receiving the benefits of the contract. This claim is tort-based but related to the contract. Wrongful foreclosure defendants—that is, lenders foreclosing on Arizona real estate—do not care for this claim because tort damages are broader than contract damages and can support a claim for punitives.
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Harvey did a fantastic job representing me in the sale of my home. He was fast and efficient. Closed the deal within 45 days. I highly recommend him if you have a need for a real estate lawyer.- Teri Johnston. 07/20/2020 Google![]()
My husband and I met with Harvey to discuss a real estate transaction that we had begun. We had just lost our middle child and were still grieving our loss. We decided to sell our home while in this state of anguish. Harvey was very helpful and meticulous about helping us save our home. We both would highly recommend Harvey and R. Harvey Dye Law for any real estate law needs. I would give him 10 stars!- keira hall. 11/04/2015 Google![]()
I have never spoken to an attorney as well versed in their field as Harvey Dye. He was very attentive as I explained my situation, and he did not interject once during the entire conversation. After processing all the information I had given him, Harvey went over all possible options for resolving my issue; one of which I would never have thought existed. Thank you for your help, Harvey. You are a true asset to your field.- Jeffrey Vinca. 10/16/2019 Google![]()
Harvey did a fantastic job representing me in the sale of my home. He was fast, efficient and very professional. The sale closed without a hitch within 45 days. I even had a little kink in the road but Harvey maneuvered through it like a pro! If you have a need for a real estate lawyer, Harvey is your guy! Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCThank you for the great review Teri. It was my pleasure to work with you on your transaction!- Teri M. . 5 months ago Rate a biz![]()
Lien IssuesI have never spoken to an attorney as well versed in their field as Harvey Dye. He was very attentive as I explained my situation, and he did not interject once during the entire conversation. After processing all the information I had given him, Harvey went over all possible options for resolving my issue; one of which I would never have thought existed. Thank you for your help, Harvey. You are a true asset to your field. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCThanks Jeff! I am glad I was able to offer a possible solution to your situation.- Jeff V . 10 months ago Rate a biz![]()
High quality serviceR. Harvey Dye is a exceptional lawyer. He helped me out with a very difficult land deal that other lawyers could not help. Harvey did a great job explaining and keeping me informed on the process. Thank you again Harvey. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCYou are welcome, Kevin. It was rewarding and gratifying to successfully resolve those sticky issues for you.- Kevin B. 1 year ago Rate a biz![]()
We consulted Mr. Harvey Dye on three different occasions. All three were same day and time-sensitive. One of three was on a Sunday. Even thou he did not answer, he returned our call within a very short period of time. We were selling a home and our options during the offer counter offer process just wasn't being made clear by our property representative. Harvey reviewed our paperwork and informed us our best options. During closing, Harvey gave us his cell phone number and told us if we had any questions while in the signing process to call him and he would be sure to be available during the specified time period. I ask you, what attorney is going to give you their cell phone number and be that available? The answer, Mr. Harvey Dye. There's not enough space to say everything that should be said. Just hire him!!! Teri T and James T You are welcome, Kevin. It was rewarding and gratifying to successfully resolve those sticky issues for you. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PC Thank you Teri and James for the great review. It was a pleasure to meet you and help with your real estate issues.- Teri and James T 2 years ago Rate a biz![]()
I found Mr Dye to be a very thoughtful man with the ability to talk with you on your level of knowledge of the law,after our first visit I felt very comfortable and confident that Mr Dye would represent me to the best of his ability and he proved to do so. I had cosigned a commercial lease that should have expired 5 years after the signing, After 5 years I was not with the company any longer. The owner signed a new lease and then went out of business a few years later. I was named in the law suit for the remainder of the lease owed. Mr Dye researched the law and found many examples of previous law that would have me dismissed from the law suit. His arguement proved very successful and I was dismissed from the law suit. Great job Mr Dye, I would recommend you to anyone who has a real estate problem or needs advise. Quick, accurate, and friendly. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PC Thank you Michael. As we discussed, motions to dismiss are tricky and the courts are reluctant to grant them. Plus, the guarantee had all-encompassing liability language, as they usually do. But I believed you had a good argument on the interpretation of the guarantee provisions per AZ law and am very pleased we succeeded and got you out of the case.-Michael B. #years ago Rate a biz![]()
Harvey Mr. Dye is an exceptional example of what an attorney should be! I recently had to foreclose on a home, and found Mr. Dye to be very honest. From the first phone call, to the conclusion, he exceeded my expectations. He kept me informed throughout the process, was fair with his fees. I highly recommend him. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCThank you Debra. I am happy we got all your money repaid, the loan reinstated and that we did not have to auction the property. With you in WA and the property in Yuma, that would not have been a fun experience for you. I enjoyed working with you and our "non-business" chit-chat.-Debra M. 3 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
Property Line DisputeHarvey Dye provided excellent service with our property line dispute. He is very knowledgeable in regards to this area. He listened to our issues and helped us understand the law. We have never needed the services of an attorney until now and he was great about guiding us through the process. Harvey Dye was able to get a positive result for us and put our concerns at ease. He was also very fair with his fees to be sure there were not any added costs that were not necessary. I would highly recommend Harvey Dye in any real estate situation you may have. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCThank you Cindy. Your situation could have become quite stressful, as neighbor disputes usually are. I am happy I was able to defuse the situation for you and Paul. Your positive cooperation and contribution made my task easier.-Cynthia C. 4 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
Excellent Service!Our experience was wonderful. We had a smaller issue that we thought might get lost in and amongst his larger cases or more important matters. This, however, was not the case. He listened to exactly what we needed, did not rush us, asked us questions to clarify that he understood exactly what we were looking for, and went to work for us immediately. We expected a long turnaround on our results, but we were pleasantly surprised when our matter was concluded in a very short amount of time. It is clear Mr. Dye and his staff care about doing a good job and making sure their clients are comfortable with the process and receive a quality product. I would highly recommend his services to anyone. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCThanks, Paul, for the great review. Your organization of materials sped up the process. It was my pleasure to represent you.-Paul T.. 5 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
HelpfulI called with a property question and was given a quick and understandable answer. It helped to expedite the action I needed to take. Thank you for stepping outside your field of law and helping. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCYou're welcome, Sharon. I was glad your real estate issue could be solved quickly.-Sharon W. W. 5 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
Professional and complete serviceMy husband and I met with Harvey to discuss a real estate transaction that we had begun. We had just lost our middle child and were still grieving our loss. We decided to sell our home while in this state of anguish. Harvey was very helpful and meticulous about helping us save our home. We both would highly recommend Harvey and R. Harvey Dye Law for any real estate law needs. I would give him 10 stars! Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCVirginia, thank you for the great review! It was very satisfying to help you keep your home.-Virgina H 5 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
Very high quality work!My experience as a client of Mr. Dye was very positive on many levels. Mr. Dye is very knowledgeable and very thorough which of course is extremely important - especially as a real estate investor. However, what is also very important to me is that he is also respectful of my time as well, with prompt replies to my questions and delivering the result on the schedule we agreed on. I have dealt with a lot of attorneys, and in my experience most attorneys are very slow to respond. And so it is always a pleasure to do business with Harvey with his approachable style and open communication. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCThank you Martin, it's always a pleasure to work with you-Martin B 5 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
Business Experience,Praticality, Legal Ability, and General Ethical StandardsI was fortunate to have found R. Harvey Dye. He dedicates his practice to representing people in Phoenix and the surrounding areas in Arizona. During our initial meetings I was pleased to discover that Mr. Dye focuses his efforts on handling cases that involve contract disputes, commercial and residential real estate transactions, business acquisitions, arbitration proceedings, and if need be, all ncessary litigation hearings. I have found Mr. Dye to be a practical, experienced legal advisor who successfully guided me through a most complex real estate and business acquisition matter. He has a firm understanding of Arizona law regarding real estate contracts, leases, and other associated business transactions. I am grateful to have met and retained Mr Dye who's legal expertise and representation led to a favorable outcome in my case. I can strongly recommend him to others in need of legal counsel in any real estate and business matters. I am grateful to have met and retained Mr. Dye Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCThank you John, I enjoyed representing you and value our continuing friendship.-John A. 5 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
Professional and explains the issues in plain englishWe had a real estate transaction issue with other complicating legal issues. Harvey was able to fully grasp the totality of the circumstances and represent our case professionally when another attorney declined representation. The other party was not willing to reach an agreement until we proceeded to an arbitration hearing. Harvey's preparation and legal skills resulted in an acceptable compromise at the arbitration hearing. Harvey's legal experience and research skills were the difference in our case. I wholeheartedly endorse Harvey Dye. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCThank you Dave, you were a great client!-David B. 5 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
Good Counsel, knowledgable, pleasure to work withWe retained Harvey for a real estate matter. Prior to my appointment as an administrative law judge, I had spent some twenty years handling similar matters in another state, but wanted someone versed in the intricacies of Arizona real estate practice. I found Harvey quite by chance and have been forever grateful for my good luck. Knowledgable, calm demeanor, always ready to address any question, ever the counsel, consummate professional. The true bonus has been that he remained a friend after the case closed. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCLarry, it was a bit scary at first, representing a federal judge! But you were easy to work with and turned out to be a good friend, also. Thank you for the review.-Larry E J. 5 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
Excellent law firmWe had a very difficult case and did not know what to do, a friend gave us Harvey's number, and we felt like we were in good hands from the very first meeting. I would highly recommend Harvey to anyone who needs his service, you will not be disappointed! Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCJoe, it was a fine feeling winning your case and securing your home for you and your family. Thanks for the favorable feedback.-Joe A. 5 Years Ago Rate a biz![]()
Professional AssociationI have been retained by Harvey Dye on numerous occasions as his standard of care expert in civil litigation. I have observed that Harvey is honest and diligent in his representation of his clients. He fights for his clients. Although good lawyering is never cheap, Harvey is attentive to keeping down his fees. Response from R. Harvey Dye Law PCEd, you know what I think of your abilities when I always try to retain you before the opposition can lock up your services. Thank you for the positive review.-Edwin R. 5 Years Ago Rate a biz
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