Every residential tenant could potentially damage a property while living in a particular space, and their actions could cost the property owner money as a result. Tenants can force landlords to make repairs or fail to pay their rent, which is partially why landlords...
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Year: 2023
Should you buy a home with a rental property attached?
You may be considering buying a new home, and perhaps you're thinking about getting one with a rental property. An example of this could be a duplex. You and your family could live in one side of the duplex while you rent out the other side of the property. There are...
Can you prevent someone from disputing your will?
Will creation is a crucial part of the estate planning process. By dedicating time to creating one, you are taking full control of your legacy as well as your loved ones’ futures. Better still, you will be taking the guesswork out of the picture as far as your wishes...
What to do when in dispute with your HOA
Some home buyers prefer buying in a region with rules. A homeowner association (HOA) has regulations governing an area. This improves sanitation, guarantees security and protects properties' values. Moving into such a neighborhood can be an exciting move. However, at...
Can you sell a house with a lien on it?
You’re ready to sell your home – but there’s an involuntary lien on it that you know is going to cause problems. It could be a tax lien, a judgment lien from an old debt or a contractor’s lien that’s leftover from a construction dispute. You’re afraid that will prove...
Issues with an appraisal can delay or cancel a closing
Local demand, interest rates and even recent history in a specific neighborhood can all influence what property is worth on the real estate market. Sellers try to get the maximum price for their property when listing their homes or investment holdings, while buyers...
Is your estate’s trustee violating their fiduciary duties?
Being a trustee comes with enormous responsibilities. These individuals are responsible for administering the trust upon the grantor’s demise. This involves ensuring that the grantor’s wishes are executed per the provisions of the trust instrument. To effectively...
2 ways the courts help creditors collect on unpaid debts
There are many ways for creditors to push someone who has fallen behind on their scheduled payments. Often, basic collection efforts can bring a past-due account back into good standing. A phone call advising someone that an account will shortly go to collections...
2 mistakes to avoid when evicting a tenant
Most landlords maintain a positive relationship with tenants for years, but some experience issues. If you and your tenant are in dispute, it will help to resolve it sooner. But, if it's irreconcilable, you may ask them to leave. Unfortunately, evicting a renter is...
3 reasons your heirs can challenge your estate plans
Your estate plan is more than just a will. It includes multiple documents that outline what should happen to your estate after you pass away, and if you have advance directives or living wills, it outlines what your heirs can do while you are living. What you include...