When a landlord and tenant enter into a commercial lease for a retail store or office space, the lease will likely contain a long insurance provision as well as an […]
Continue reading…Why Landlords Want Tenants to Obtain Renter’s Insurance
Residential landlords will often include a provision in the lease requiring the tenant to carry renter’s insurance. Landlords do not want to be sued by tenants for damage to their […]
Continue reading…Rhode Island Intestacy Laws: When You Die Without a Will
If you die without having a valid will in place, this is referred to as dying intestate. Instead of having your wishes as to how you want your estate divided […]
Continue reading…Buying A House After Bankruptcy
It is no secret that filing for bankruptcy can harm your credit. However, compared to simply letting your accounts go past due for months on end, bankruptcy may actually be […]
Continue reading…Senators Spotlight High Risk of Money Laundering in Residential Real Estate
According to the Wall Street Journal, two U.S. senators have called for an investigation into any existing weaknesses within the current U.S. money-laundering provisions. Some senators believe that the risk of […]
Continue reading…Need to Know Differences Between a Commercial and Residential Lease
It is important to know the differences between a residential and commercial lease because both are treated differently under the law. The distinctions will set out certain rights and obligations […]
Continue reading…Title Searches
If you have ever bought a home or even considered buying a home, you have probably heard of title searches and title insurance. You may not, however, be aware of […]
Continue reading…Neighbor Disputes: Property Boundaries
Disputes with neighbors can range widely, from loud parties, to poor upkeep, to boundary encroachments. If you are like most property owners, you take great pride in your land, and […]
Continue reading…Real Estate Contracts 101: Breach by Seller
Residential real estate transactions typically involve the signing of a contract between a prospective buyer and owner. In most cases, both parties follow through with their contractual commitments. However, sellers […]
Continue reading…An Overview of the Residential Real Estate Sales Process
Residential real estate sales can be overwhelming and confusing. Thankfully, the process is similar for every transaction. This means t you can prepare long before you find the right home, […]
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