We Understand The Ins And Outs Of Real Estate Law
Real estate is highly valuable when compared with almost any other kind of property. Therefore, there is a major incentive for people to steal it or make fraudulent representations about their ownership of a property. Even if someone doesn’t want a specific piece of land, they could use it as...
There are numerous reasons why New Jersey landlords may want to evict the tenants currently occupying one of their rental units. One of the most common issues is the non-payment of rent. There are certain regulations that apply to evictions for financial purposes. There are others that apply for evictions...
You love your neighborhood. While you aren’t averse to progress or change, there are some changes you’d rather not see. For example, the idea of your neighbors getting a variance that will allow them to build a chicken coop in their backyard or turn their Victorian home into a bed...
Few of us can remember a time when Americans were so fiercely divided on political issues – and lately, it seems like just about everything has become a political issue. Many people prefer to keep their opinions largely to themselves. Others want to share them far and wide. This can...
An estate plan is more than a will. It’s a collection of documents dictating what will happen to your estate after your passing and, in the case of living wills or advance directives, what your heirs can do when you’re still alive. In theory, whatever you put in your estate...
When a person decides to sell their home, they are obligated to disclose a number of things. Examples include known water damage, fire damage, major foundation issues and the like. Essentially, if the seller knows that there is a problem with the house, they have to tell the buyer to...
As a landlord, you got into the real estate market to make money. You enjoy the passive income from your tenants, but you have other opportunities on the horizon. As a result, you want to sell the properties that you’ve collected over time, so that you can invest in new...
The title records for your home reflect your ownership and the financial status of the property. Mortgages or other debts may appear as a lien against the property, allowing creditors and lenders an opportunity for repayment whenever there is a transfer of title. Having a clean title is necessary if...
Closing a successful home sale and getting the best price for your investment is every seller’s dream. In New Jersey, as is the case across many states, low inventory and eager buyers have seen property prices soar in recent times. If you’re thinking about selling, it’s a great time to...
There are many checks you should carry out before purchasing a property. One of the most important is to ensure the real estate has a clear title. A clear title means that no one else has an ownership claim on the property. In other words, when you buy it, it...
A properly written estate plan can give you peace of mind knowing that your loved ones, assets and interests will be protected after your passing. But, your estate plan can also be a fertile ground for potentially costly mistakes. Whether due to improper planning or oversight, estate planning missteps can...
The relationship between a landlord and tenant can be a tenuous, evolving thing. Some relationships run smoothly with the individuals only crossing paths and the beginning and end of the lease while some relationships are rocky from the outset. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for a landlord/tenant relationship to turn...
Real estate investing is a potentially lucrative and rewarding undertaking, but mistakes can turn profit to loss in a hurry. Forbes has recently explored some of the most common real estate investment mistakes and offered advice on how to avoid them. This information can serve as important guidance for novice...
Are you currently working with a New Jersey property management company? We advise many owners and landlords who are looking for help with legal situations that could have been avoided if they were working with professional managers. It’s easy to make an expensive legal mistake when you’re leasing a rental...
Everyone loves their pets. If you own a dog or cat or a ferret or some fish, you probably think of them more as part of the family than as pets. The same is true of tenants. A majority of renters in New Jersey have at least one pet. They’ll...
A lot of the landlords we work with come to us for legal help when their tenants aren’t paying rent on time and they have to start thinking about eviction. You can avoid eviction and all the expense and stress that comes with it by ensuring your rent is collected...
