First, you should engage a quality title company to research title to the property and any easements that may be in existence. Generally, easements...

In addition to the excellent advice of Mr. Riedel, there may be a Maryland statute that would provide you rights in a portion of the “paper street”.

The only way to be sure is to hire a surveyor and have a boundary survey performed. Do not rely on a location survey as they are not intended to...

SDAT is way behind in its updating. If the deed has been recorded in the Land records of your county, the transfer was effective. You can contact...

Ask yourself one question: Who is the in-house lawyer representing? Counsel cannot serve two masters. Independent counsel, employed by and...

IF Verizon has a valid easement and it was properly recorded before you took title to your property, you are most likely at their mercy. You may...

In addition to the answer above, if the holder of the life estate has specified “powers” they could sell the property to a third party, thereby...

Before you rent out your basement, you should check with your County/Town zoning office regarding occupancy restrictions for unrelated persons. If...

Generally, fences are not used as a boundary reference in a Deed. The fence may be erected on the property line or inside your neighbor’s property...

Before you worry about your HOA, you should consult your jurisdiction’s zoning ordinance. Very often, dog grooming facilities are very tightly...