Real estate transactions

You want to list a property for sale in the region, so you contact a Tucson realtor to manage the sale. But one provision that must be included in your purchase agreement is that the buyer must put up earnest money. This good faith deposit indicates the buyers’ intent...

Commercial tenants often have lease structures that vary greatly from what most people are accustomed to for residential leases. In many commercial leases, the tenant takes on one or more of the operating expenses of the building they occupy. What the tenant is...

For many who want to buy a new home in Arizona without overspending, a short sale seems like the logical solution. In some cases, a short sale gives homeowners the most value for the money spent. However, it is critical to do your research before committing to the...

During this season of remarkable unpredictability in almost all investment markets, it is particularly difficult to gauge how and when to make investments. The commercial real estate market is no exception, as values and trends are difficult to pin down effectively....

Buying and selling homes are the most significant transactions that the average person makes. And when an owner passes away, their home can be the most sizable asset they leave behind. Thus, it can help to know what happens to the home and what you can do to ensure...

You've probably heard this before, but you shouldn't ever buy a piece of real estate without doing your due diligence first. What, exactly, does that mean? Before you go any further in your search for the perfect piece of real estate or your dream home, learn more...

After your offer on a home is accepted, one of the necessary first steps is the title search. If you’re getting a mortgage, the lender will typically order it. The purpose of a title search is to find any claims or liens on the property or other issues that would...

You may aspire to a home to call your own. With mortgage rates continuing to trend downward, homeownership may very well be within your reach. However, you may wonder whether owning a home is better than renting an apartment. Whether one option is indeed “better” than...

When you finally find a house you want to buy, you probably feel very eager about taking possession of the property and moving into it. However, the seller may need to stay in the home until they close on their new house or finalize everything for a long-distance...

If you’re thinking of buying real estate, it can be incredibly helpful to have an experienced legal team on your side. You want to protect your investment and the future plans you have for that property, and working with a lawyer gives you an edge you simply could not...