A quit claim deed is a legal document used to transfer rights to a property or real estate from one person known as the grantor to another, the grantee. If the property to be transferred is located within Nevada, the deed must be recorded in the same county in which the property is located.......[Read More]

This article explains what is a "strategic default," which is a technique which has grown in popularity in recent years where a homeowner who can afford to make their mortgage payment on their home decides to stop making payments and allow the property to go into foreclosure. Often, the ho......[Read More]

Subordination agreements are financial contracts that prioritize the repayment of loans. Although subordination agreements are typically tailored to the circumstances of an individual case, blank forms possess common characteristics.......[Read More]

There exists a common perception in our country that laws relating to land are complex and it is expert job to understand and apply the law. Indeed, it is true that the method of land measurement system requires expert knowledge. Moreover, units to measure land are quite peculiar and not universal a......[Read More]

Real estate business is not that easy to handle especially if you are in your golden age. You have to have someone who can understand the in and out of your business. If you are dealing with bad tenants in your real estate business, you may need someone who can talk to them civilly.......[Read More]

Choosing your conveyancing solicitor when you move home is a daunting task. Moving a home can be a stressful time. But who will be right for you.......[Read More]

Landlords rent real property such as houses, apartments or business space to tenants. In Minnesota, landlord-tenant relationships are governed by state law. Generally, the conditions for rental are set forth in a rental agreement. The agreement states the length of the contract, the monthly payments......[Read More]

The landlord-tenant agreement that dictates the rules of tenancy is known as a lease. Residential leases are often subject to specialized state law. Those with specific lease questions should contact a lawyer.......[Read More]

The number of foreclosed homes has grown rapidly since 2010. When you buy a foreclosed property, often the purchase price is less than comparable homes in the area. Once a home is repossessed by the finance company, it is usually listed through a local real estate office as a Real Estate Owned (REO)......[Read More]

Instead of people balking at the first mention of conveyancing we're trying to change the way people look at the conveyancing process in general, so they embrace it as something that can make your move stress free. We've come up with a useful guide highlighting some of the myths associated......[Read More]

A lien is a formal paper that is filed when someone has done work on another person's property but has not been paid the amount he is owed. A lien places a claim on the property, and is meant to be a type of collateral to ensure payment if the property is sold. In some cases, you may want to hire a......[Read More]

Evictions in Arizona are governed by Arizona's Landlord and Tenant Act, according to keytlaw.com. The type of lawsuit is called a "special detainer" action or a "forcible detainer" action. Arizona landlords can file a special detainer action only after the landlord has first given the tenant a chanc......[Read More]

Foreclosures in Nebraska are judicial. The process takes about six months on average but can be significantly delayed if the borrower files a written request with the court. The county sheriff is responsible for conducting the foreclosure sale, which is confirmed by the court two to three weeks afte......[Read More]

Tennessee law covers apartment rental agreements.apartment for rent image by dead_account from Fotolia.comThe Tennessee Code Annotated covers apartment rental agreements in its Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. It is divided into four sections that outline all of the legal.........[Read More]

Lead paint removal laws are enforced by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The laws are centered on housing units that are lease or sold and built before 1978. According to the Center for Disease Control, an estimated 250,000 children......[Read More]

If a person asks you to write a letter of reference to a judge, you should write it formally. A letter of reference, also called a character reference letter, is used to describe a person in question. A friend, family member or coworker will often write one, describing how she knows the person and w......[Read More]

The law allows a landlord to evict a tenant for a variety of reasons, including refusing to leave after being given lawful notice of the termination of the tenancy, for the non-payment of rent or because of a violation of a rule. State laws vary, but no state allows a landlord to physically or const......[Read More]

To give borrowers some time to fully understand the mortgage agreement, the Truth in Lending Act was revised. The changes also paved way for better disclosure procedures that is mandatory for lenders to follow. The revision will be applicable to loans filed on or after July 30,2009. In this article,......[Read More]

Tenants have rights and responsibilities.warten (2) image by fuxart from Fotolia.comTenants rent or lease property from a landlord. Some deal directly with the property owner when they enter into a rental agreement, while others deal with an agent or company representing the owner. Laws.........[Read More]

Foreclosures in Tennessee are regulated by lawTennessee state contour against blurred USA flag image by Stasys Eidiejus from Fotolia.comForeclosure, the process where a lender takes ownership of property when a borrower defaults on loan repayments, is regulated by law in the state of.........[Read More]