When you’re looking to buy a new piece of property, you may discover that it has an easement. This is an agreement to give someone who is not the property owner the ability to use that land. A common example is when a shared driveway runs through one person's property...
Real estate transactions
2 crucial clauses that every residential lease contract must have
A lease agreement serves as the basis of the landlord-tenant relationship. It specifies each party’s rights, privileges and obligations. Most importantly, a lease agreement is legally binding and can be enforced in court. Because a lease agreement is a crucial...
Identifying real estate investment areas
When buying a piece of real estate as an investment, it’s important that you understand the future value of that real estate and consider this carefully when determining what type of offer you’d like to put in. The person selling the property is trying to maximize...
Can you negotiate the terms of a commercial real estate lease?
Yes, negotiations nearly always occur when looking to lease commercial real estate in Arizona. The landlord will expect to negotiate, and so should you. If you have never held a commercial lease, you do not want to appear unsavvy about the negotiation process, or you...
Do you have to be told if a home was once a crime scene?
If you’re moving to Arizona from another state and buying a home, you may be surprised to learn that sellers aren’t required to disclose as much information about the history of a property as they are in most other places. The same is true for those who lease or rent...
3 mistakes to avoid when buying commercial property
Acquiring a property for your business can be a significant milestone. However, whether you are a first-time investor or a seasoned one, getting lost in the excitement can be quite easy. And the long-term consequences can be devastating for your business. If you are...
Are real estate comps accurate?
When you are looking to sell a home, one thing that you may do is look at comparable properties ("comps") in the neighborhood. The idea is simply to get an idea of what your home is worth by seeing what other homes around yours are selling for. Once you know what they...
Keeping the costs of your office space down
Your company has been up and running for a few years now, and it’s growing all the time. You’re thinking about taking the next step and moving into a new office space. However, it’s still important that you cut costs where you can. An office space that doesn’t...
What is a home appraisal?
There are several steps that must be taken when you are planning to buy a home in Arizona. Most people start looking for a home after they have been pre-approved for a mortgage. Once you find your dream home, it must pass inspection. Then, it’s time for the home to be...
First-time homebuyers often regret these 3 things
Buying your first home is a big step when setting the foundation for your future. It can be easy for first-time homebuyers to make a few mistakes without experience in the field. There are a couple of things news homebuyers will overlook, causing them to have buyer’s...
