Home Inspections
Feb 17, 2015When buying an existing home, you should make the deal contingent on the results of one or more inspections. Here are key inspections to consider. Contractor's Inspection An experienced inspector can...
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Fred S. Steingold's Legal Guides (11)
Ann Arbor, MI
Real estate Lawyer at Ann Arbor, MI
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Estate Planning, Business
The Ann Arbor Sales Contract Form -- For Home Buyers or Sellers
May 13, 2012In the spring of 2012, real estate agents in the Ann Arbor area switched to a new sales contract form for people who are buying or selling a home. Here are some of the highlights....
See Full GuideProtecting Your Corporate or LLC Status
Sep 23, 2010Setting up a corporation or limited liability company (LLC) will reduce your personal liability for business debts. But just filing formation documents with your state government isn't enough. You ne...
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Sep 23, 2010Michigan has a principal residence exemption that can reduce your property-tax bill. (This used to be called the homestead exemption.) If you qualify, your home will be exempt from a portion school o...
See Full GuideStarting a Small Business in Michigan
Dec 25, 2009Choosing a Business Entity Typically, you’ll select one of four entities for your business: a sole proprietorship, a partnership, a corporation, or a limited liability company (LLC). With a sole pro...
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Dec 25, 2009Sales Contract You’ll probably see a clause in the sales contract in which you represent that all equipment and improvements in the home are in working condition, except for the items that you specif...
See Full GuideDealing with Paperwork for New Employees
Sep 17, 2009Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Federal law requires employers to hire only people who may legally work in the United States. This consists of U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful perm...
See Full GuidePutting your home in a living trust
Sep 16, 2009A living trust allows you to hold certain assets, which can even include real estate like your home....
See Full GuideMinimizing Your Liability for Business Debts
Aug 30, 2009Form a corporation or limited liability company (LLC). If you're currently doing business as a sole proprietorship or partnership, you're fully liable for all business debts, including those incurred...
See Full GuideInsuring Your Home with Homeowners Insurance
Aug 30, 2009How does my homeowner's insurance help me? Basically, it protects you from two risks: First, the risk of having your home damaged or destroyed by fire or other peril. Second, the risk that someone g...
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