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Property Histories: Why They Matter

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Property Histories: Why They Matter

Fresh out of college, I found a home to buy. The place was just what I wanted and even had room to add on in the years to come. After buying the property and moving in, I found out there were some problems with the title to the property. The result is that I spent several thousand dollars in order to get the mess squared away. If I had consulted with one of the real estate attorneys in town first, the whole matter could have been avoided. Since that time, I've learned to never commit to a real estate deal without seeking legal help. For anyone who is considering the purchase of a property, let me tell you why past title transfers and deed information is so important. Once you learn more about my experience, the idea of seeing an attorney will make perfect sense.

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You Can Help Loved Ones Bypass Probate Court: Here's How
13 July 2017

As someone who has worked to provide a stable home …

3 Mistakes to Avoid Making When Buying Foreclosures
12 April 2017

Buying a foreclosure can be a great way to snap up …

3 Things You Need To Do To Protect Your Estate Plan
24 March 2017

Having an estate plan is an important part of bein …

A Guide Handling The Debts Of A Deceased Family Member
14 September 2016

If you are involved in settling the estate of a cl …

What You Should Know About Buying A Foreclosed Home With Tenants
16 October 2015

Purchasing a home that's in foreclosure (or was re …

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You Can Help Loved Ones Bypass Probate Court: Here’s How

13 July 2017
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As someone who has worked to provide a stable home and good financial life for a family, getting older can cause you to worry. You may accept that you'll eventually pass away, but feel pressure to ensure that your family will be secure when that happens. You might worry that probate court awaits them, but here are a few of the ways you can help relatives bypass that court so that they can receive everything you want them to have when you are gone. Read More 

3 Mistakes to Avoid Making When Buying Foreclosures

12 April 2017
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Buying a foreclosure can be a great way to snap up a bargain on the property market. However, many budding developers make mistakes when it comes to buying this type of property. To help you with this, below are three common mistakes when buying foreclosures and how to avoid them: Buyers Aren't Clear on What They're Buying Typically, when you buy a property, you are able to speak to the previous owner about the condition of the structure and any possible renovations that might need to be carried out. Read More 

3 Things You Need To Do To Protect Your Estate Plan

24 March 2017
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Having an estate plan is an important part of being an adult. You should get one when you are young and then continue to revise and revamp it as you age. It is especially important that you have a good estate plan when you near retirement and enter your golden years. However, many people wonder what they can do to make their plan solid enough that their family won't fight over it. Read More 

A Guide Handling The Debts Of A Deceased Family Member

14 September 2016
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If you are involved in settling the estate of a close family member, you might be dismayed to discover extensive debts in your family member's finances. You understandably will have plenty of questions, including who is responsible for paying those debts and how the accounts will be settled. Unfortunately, lack of knowledge when it comes to settling an estate can lead to costly mistakes. Here are some basic tips for handling deceased debt. Read More 

What You Should Know About Buying A Foreclosed Home With Tenants

16 October 2015
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Purchasing a home that's in foreclosure (or was recently foreclosed upon) can potentially be a good deal. Banks are typically anxious to unload these properties, so buyers can often get the homes at less than the market value. If you purchase a home that currently has tenants, however, you have to be careful about how you handle the situation, or you may end up getting sued. Here's what you need to know. Read More