How Should I Take Ownership of the Property I am Buying? Real property can be incredibly valuable and the question of how parties can take ownership of their property is important. The form of ownership taken -- the vesting of title -- will determine who may sign various documents involving the property and future rights of the parties to the transaction. These rights involve such matters as: real...

Builders, in an effort to combat the dual problem of an increasing population and a declining availability of prime land, are increasingly turning to common interest developments (CIDs) as a means to maximize land use and offer homebuyers convenient, affordable housing. The two most common forms of common interest developments in many states are Condominiums and Planned Unit Developments, often referred...

Estate planners often recommend Living Trusts as a viable option when contemplating the manner in which to hold title to real property. When a property is held in a Living Trust, title companies have particular requirements to facilitate the transaction. While not comprehensive, answers to many commonly asked questions are below. If you have questions that are not answered below, your title company...

Smart home technology is growing quickly, and it can definitely add to market value. Appraisers make "adjustments" when they compare tech-enabled homes with similar homes that are tech-deficient. Also, smart homes not only receive higher prices but may be easier to sell. Milennials are paving the way in smart homes, but all populations are enjoying the benefits these devices offer. What Make a Home...

You certainly don’t have to take classes or pass an exam if you want to sell your house. All you have to do is hire a great real estate agent who had to do both of those things in order to help you sell your house quickly and for the most money possible. Even if you took the same classes and tests your agent took to become an agent, it’d be difficult for you to know everything you need to know. Much...

Are you thinking about selling your home? It can be an exciting and stressful process, but one thing you don’t want to do is make it harder on yourself than it needs to be. There are several factors that can make a home harder to sell, and in this post, I’ll go over some of the most common ones. Location, location, location! You may have heard the saying, “location is everything,” and that’s...

An open house is when a home seller and their REALTOR® invite the general public to view their property, usually a 2 to 3-hour window of time. During this time, the listing agent will answer questions, give tours and point out features to potential buyers. When selling your home, how do you know if you should have an open house? Here is a list of the good and bad of holding an open house on your...

Selling a home is no simple task. It requires planning, strategizing, and a bit of market understanding to get the best deal. But even the most seasoned home sellers can occasionally trip up. So, to help you navigate the process with ease, here’s a list of common mistakes to avoid when selling your home. 1. Overpricing Your Home: Pricing your home correctly is a delicate balancing act. Sellers...

The home inspection process: What to expect and how to prepare Buying a home can be a complex and overwhelming process, and one of the most critical steps in this process is the home inspection. A home inspection is a thorough evaluation of a property’s condition to identify any potential issues or defects that could impact the safety or value of the property. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what to...

Downsizing to a smaller home can be a major life decision, but it can also come with a variety of benefits. As people get older, they may start to consider downsizing in order to reduce costs, simplify their lives, and increase their mobility. Here are just a few of the benefits of downsizing to a smaller home: Lower costs One of the biggest benefits of downsizing is the potential for lower costs. A...