The security deposit is the money you take from your tenant to protect yourself if the tenant breaks any lease terms. You can use the deposit to pay for damages, cleaning, key replacement or to pay for unpaid rent. It is vital to understand security deposits before...
While purchasing a new piece of property can be an exciting venture, you also have to watch out for various risks. The more you watch out for, the less likely you will make a mistake that may compromise your investment. If the seller has unresolved problems with the...
When investing in real estate, most people perform a title search to check for any tax liens. However, if someone does not do a check or if someone misses a lien on the property, it can become a problem later for the buyer. If you have an interest in real estate...
Discrimination unfortunately has a foothold in many aspects of life. This even includes the process of leasing real estate. However, the federal Fair Housing Act exists to protect potential tenants from discrimination, providing a clear guideline to landlords on how...
You will need to secure a mortgage loan and obtain title insurance in order to purchase property. Perhaps the home you wish to buy has been unoccupied for more than a year. Should you file a quiet title action to address any possible claims to the title? About a quiet...
When you are trying to find a new rental, you have the option of paying the landlord a holding deposit. This money secures your interest in the property. You would pay this upfront to the landlord when you express your interest in the property. It can be beneficial to...
A real estate transaction of virtually any sort will include a negotiated and well-drafted purchase agreement. Parties need to have a familiarity with this sort of agreement in order to ensure that they cover all of their bases. This can lead to a truly successful...
If you are about to close on a house, your focus may be on moving in and making it your home. However, before that happens, you must go through the closing process. If this is your first purchase, or if it has been a while since you have gone through the process,...
Buying and selling real estate is complicated. Real estate law is arcane, and it has its roots in centuries gone by, which is why many attorneys shy away from many real estate law issues, but not Bordy Law. We zealously fight for our clients and protect their...
As you expand your business, there may come a time when you want to use property that is patented, copyrighted or has a trademark. If so, you will need to obtain a licensing agreement with the owner of the intellectual property so you can lawfully use it in your own...