Becoming a homeowner is supposed to offer security. You invest in a property and then spend your time and money maintaining or improving it. That effort pays off with increased property value. Over time, you can either choose to cash out some of that equity when you...
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Double Check Your Title Insurance Costs!
IT PAYS TO COMPARE! The other week I had a service provider come into my home to perform some routine maintenance. After a short period of time, the provider reported that there was a "dangerous" condition in my house that needed immediate attention and that he had a...
A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING TITLE INSURANCE!
The following is a true story. The names have been changed to protect the innocent (in this case, the real estate buyer). One day last week, a client of mine called me to let me know that her offer on her new house had been accepted and she wanted my office to order...
Purchasing property? Check for easements and restrictions
Owning property is often far more complicated than it seems at first. Many property owners throughout the years have found what seems to be a perfect deal and signed on the dotted line, only to find that an easement affects how they may use it, or allows someone else...
3 reasons home sales do not go through
The sale of a home can fall through for a number of reasons, including financial difficulties, buyer's remorse and inspection problems. By being aware of these common pitfalls and working with an experienced attorney, you can help ensure that the transaction goes...