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There are many last-minute issues that could arise and complicate a residential real estate transaction. The buyer could lose their job. A storm could blow through and severely damage the property. There could also be concerns about the price offered for the property....
Renting a commercial property is a big decision. A lease is a significant commitment, and overlooking key details can lead to unexpected costs or legal complications. Conducting thorough due diligence ensures the property meets your business needs. Below are some...
Buying a home is probably one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. But what if, after closing the deal, you discover someone else has a claim to your property? It sounds like a nightmare, right? That’s where title insurance comes in. Title insurance...
For many people, estate planning just means passing personal real estate, like a family home or a vacation property. Parents may choose to give these properties to one beneficiary, or they sometimes split them equally between multiple beneficiaries, such as a group of...
Buying a property with an easement can complicate things. The easement may have been established long before you purchased the property, and you may not want to honor it. Regardless of the agreement between the previous property owners, you had no involvement in it...
Revitalizing underserved communities has been a priority of federal and state agencies for many years. In 2017, the “opportunity zones” initiative was launched under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Opportunity zones are low-income communities that can benefit from...
While death is something we all experience, some people have very strong feelings about living in a home where someone has died. Of course, unless you build a new home — and especially if you purchase a historic older property — the chances are high that someone...
A commercial lease is an executory contract. Both parties have long-term obligations to one another after signing the lease. Either party can potentially take legal action when the other fails to uphold their obligations. It is therefore important for both landlords...
Unless you’re lucky enough to be able to pay cash, you’re going to need a lender to fund your real estate purchase. That means learning the language of loans very quickly. Two important documents that are involved in most real estate transactions are the mortgage and...
If you’re looking to purchase real estate, you may be interested in a short sale. This occurs when the seller is trying to avoid foreclosure or similar actions. They may be underwater on the house, meaning they owe more on the loan than the house is currently worth....
