Residential Legal Guides (45 found)

Written by Aileen Ortega
A home is the largest investment that most people make. However, as evidenced by the amount of dishonesty and fraud perpetrated on home buyers in the last several years, it is clear that home buyers have to be very careful and educate themselves about the process.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 month ago in Real Estate. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Kevin L. Colbert
Many people find themselves in the position to become a residential landlord. Eventually, you may have a situation where the tenant does not pay all of the rent or does not pay the rent timely. There is a mechanism to evict a non-paying tentant.
Posted about 1 month ago in Landlord / Tenant. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Daniel V. Madrid
On 7/2/09, Gov. Corzine enacted S-2577 which set forth procedures for developers of approved age-restricted projects to convert such projects into non age-restricted developments. This article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.
Posted 18 days ago in Real Estate. Jurisdiction: New Jersey

Written by David Lawrence Ganz
My premise is that you do and should take title insurance... But if you don't, here's what you need to do:
4 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Residential.

Written by Marshall C Deason Jr.
A real estate contract is the road map for the transaction. All aspects of a real estate deal are negotiable. Even pre-printed standard forms can be changed. This guide explains some of the most important things to look for in reviewing a Florida residential real estate contract.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Marshall C Deason Jr.
This guide lists the steps in getting a residential mortgage from the initial meeting with the mortgage lender or mortgage broker through the funding of the mortgage at closing.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Marshall C Deason Jr.
There have been a series of abuses in the mortgage industry and criminal prosecutions for mortgage fraud are increasing. Unwary borrowers can become guilty of mortgage fraud. Here are steps you can take to avoid committing mortgage fraud.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Marshall C Deason Jr.
Most buyers use real estate brokers or agents to help them buy a house. Real estate brokers can be very helpful to buyers, leading buyers through the real estate marketplace with which buyers are inexperienced. However there are several things buyers should know in dealing with brokers.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Robert Friedman
Under a new state law, New York state-chartered banks may not require the full principal balance of a mortgage be paid for residential property containing less than five dwelling units, including cooperatives and manufactured homes, upon the following transfers:
Posted 12 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Robert Friedman
Homeowners can avoid foreclosure if the loan documents violate the Federal Truth in Lending Act, which requires lenders to make certain disclosures to borrowers about the true costs of a loan where there is a refinancing, second mortgage, home equity loan, or home improvement credit sale.
Posted 12 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Paul H Begemann
In CT, most mortgage refinance closings are performed by a real estate attorney. It is important to know what the real estate attorney does, who pays for their services, and why the role of the attorney in your refinance is important. Learn how to locate a real estate attorney for your refinance.
Posted 9 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Connecticut

Written by Paul H Begemann
It is important to understand the basic steps in buying or selling real estate in Connecticut. How can I avoid problems? What will my attorney do?
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Connecticut

Written by Charles Andrew Hillestad
SOME DEADLY DON’TS for licensed brokers and agent when drafting documents and handling a sale or purchase of real estate
Posted 9 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Oregon

Written by Barry Benjamin Kreisler
This guide answers questions as to some of the basic rules governing the process under which Illinois condominium developers are required to turn over control of new Illinois condominium associations to the new owners of the condominium units.
Posted 9 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Barbara Billiot Stage
Before filing a lawsuit against a homeowners association in Florida, the Florida Statutes require the homeowner to submit an Offer of Pre-Suit Mediation to the association. Failure to participate in mediation precludes recovery of attorneys fees. A case will be dismissed if mediation is not offered.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Barbara Billiot Stage
Prior to initiating litigation against a condo association, a unit owner must attempt to resolve the matter directly with the association and provide documentation of such attempt when submitting a petition.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Melissa A Juarez
Massachusetts state law requires that home improvement contracts over $1,000 be in writing (MGL Chp 142A), but you should always have a contract no matter how small your project to ensure both parties understand the scope and price of the job.
Posted 8 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts

Written by Jeffrey Erich Foster
A recent case has exposed serious and expensive conflicts-of-interest when a homebuyer chooses an "on-site" real estate agent to represent the buyer in the purchase of new construction.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Fred S. Steingold
From a legal standpoint, there are three basic stages in buying a home in Washtenaw County.
Posted 3 months ago in Residential.

Written by Richard D. Vetstein
Completing a home improvement project on time, on budget and with good, quality work is the exception rather than the norm these days. Use these tips to reduce the risk of getting into trouble with a home improvement contractor.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 4 months ago in Residential. Jurisdiction: Massachusetts