ABC’s of Selling Real Estate Held in Trust
A common estate planning tool, a trust is a fiduciary relationship that is created to manage property or other assets for a third party’s benefit. There are many types of trusts, but [...]
Buying a Condo? Review These Essential Documents First
When you buy or sell real estate, you can expect the following basic documents: an offer to purchase, followed by a purchase and sale agreement, concluding with a deed transferring title to [...]
Inheriting a House or Other Real Property? Know the Permitting Laws Before You Sell.
When a loved one dies and you inherit a house or other real property, coping with their loss is stressful enough. Not to mention the work of settling the estate. All the [...]
Sellers Beware: It’s No Longer Legal to Require a Buyer to Waive a Home Inspection
One of the most challenging aspects of buying a home is knowing exactly what you’re purchasing. Does the roof leak? Is the foundation sound? Is the electrical wiring in good shape? Which [...]
Help! There’s an Estate Tax Lien on My Property. How Can I Have It Removed ?
As the saying goes, nothing is certain in life except death and taxes. And there’s no avoiding taxes, even after death, at least when it comes to real estate—depending on the value [...]
License to Sell Real Estate Explained: What It Is and When It’s Necessary
When someone dies who owns real estate, what happens to the property? And who gets to decide? First of all, it depends on whether the decedent had a will. It also depends [...]
Real Estate Deeds Are Best Signed in Person by the Seller. But What If That’s Not Possible?
Suppose your aging mother has decided to sell her home and move into assisted living. The sale is essential for her to afford her new accommodations. She has a buyer and a [...]
How a Declaration of Homestead Can Protect You and Your Home
As a homeowner, the last thing you want to worry about is the risk of losing the equity in your home if you find yourself facing a judgment in a lawsuit. Here [...]
New Year, New Lease, New Security Deposit: Know Your Rights
You’ve just found the perfect apartment, and you’re ready to sign your new lease. On top of the first rent payment, you probably owe your landlord a security deposit. Your landlord will [...]
Buying a New Home? Three Key Documents You Need to Understand
Purchasing a house is an exciting and stressful experience. You have piles of paperwork and documents to deal with when you’d rather be thinking about paint colors and new furniture. A good [...]
