We Understand The Ins And Outs Of Real Estate Law
It can take a long time to find a house you like in an area you like that is also within your budget. Once you find one, you may be keen to sign on the line and make it yours before someone else makes it theirs. Before you proceed, it is important to double-check...
If you’ve ever been involved in buying a home, you’ve probably heard about earnest money – which is basically a good-faith deposit that you put down to show the seller that you’re serious about your offer. Depending upon your market (and how much of a competitive...
Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it is also associated with a mountain of daunting paperwork and legal responsibilities. In New Jersey, real estate transactions are regulated by strict laws, and making sure that all paperwork is accurate and complete is...
As you likely recognize, real estate transactions in New Jersey can be complex. If a title dispute arises, the complexities can increase. These disputes can delay or even derail a transaction, making it crucial to understand potential title disputes and how to address...
Conducting a title search is one of the most important steps when buying a home. You don’t want unpleasant surprises after purchasing the property, such as unresolved ownership claims, boundary disputes, unpaid taxes or liens. A title search involves examining public...
Home staging involves decorating a property to make it more appealing to potential buyers. Professional stagers use furniture, artwork and accessories to create a welcoming atmosphere and highlight the home’s best features to would-be buyers It’s easy to get...
When someone buys real estate in New Jersey, what they technically purchase is the title to the property. A home's title indicates who currently has ownership rights and control over the property. There can be title defects that impact someone's use and ownership of a...
While you’re reviewing, initialing and signing the seemingly endless documents involved in a real estate transaction, you may give little thought to the commission that the selling real estate agent gets for their work. Many people have no idea whether it’s reasonable...
If you’re a first-time home buyer, it may seem rather surprising to offer someone such a substantial sum of money. When you put in your offer on a house, it’s probably more money than you have spent on one item in your life. Most buyers can’t even afford to do this on...
Before finalizing the purchase of a house, it's crucial to conduct a walkthrough. A walkthrough serves as a final inspection, allowing buyers to ensure that a property meets their expectations and is in as-promised condition. Skipping this step in the purchasing...
