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Purchasing a new house should be an exciting and joyous occasion for every homebuyer. Buyers who purchased a property already occupied by a tenant, however, may have a disaster on their hands...

A special warranty deed is used to transfer an interest in real property from one party to another. Real property is land or a structure, like a house or building. The party transferring or...

When your insured property is lost, damaged or stolen, your insurance company will require a great deal of documentation to prove the state of the insured property, the value of the insured...

The lease signed by a landlord and tenant should cover acts of nature. It defines the landlord's rights, as well as the tenant's. Note, though, that local and state laws may differ. To learn about...

Lease agreements that give tenants a right to remain on property for a certain period of time can survive a foreclosure during the lease term. Month-to-month tenants, however, have the right to...

Living with relatives can provide all parties with an opportunity to save money while providing assistance to family members. Even though living with relatives can seem like an easy alternative to...

Successfully negotiating a theft insurance claim requires that you have appropriate documentation. Insurance claims based on theft are subject to close scrutiny by insurance carriers. The...

Spouses who are married but living in different states must consider the implications of both federal and state options for filing taxes. A spouse may have to file and pay taxes even if he did not...

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When planning to buy a property you will probably be stunned into disbelief at the colossal amount of money needed to do so. The idea of buying property and becoming a homeowner can be very...

Patent land is land originally owned by the federal government and granted to private parties. Most land was given or sold to private individuals by the federal government in order to populate the...

Whether you are a code officer, fire marshal, elected official, or just someone who has a vested interest in his community's appearance, maintaining records of code actions is a good way to ensure...

If you owe property taxes, your property can be subject to a tax foreclosure and seized by local government. However, with the help of a tax attorney, you may be able to create a structured...

Changing the name on the deed to a house often accompanies catastrophic life events, such as death or divorce. It can also be required on happier occasions, such as a marriage or the purchase or...

A common problem between neighbors involves land line disputes. If you are facing a boundary issue with a neighbor, you need to have a basic understanding of how to resolve land line disputes. The...

Congratulations on your purchase of an important item, such as a vehicle or real estate. It is important to understand the process for submitting the legal documentation in order to prove your...

If you want to write a petition regarding property taxes, there are two areas to attack: Taxing entities like your village, town, city, county or school district; or the local assessor's office,...

Every citizen of the United States who owns a home has to pay property taxes on that home. In times of financial hardship, it may become increasingly difficult for you to pay property taxes, but...

Owning a piece of rural property can be a joy when you know your rights as a property owner. Understanding six basic land issues can help eliminate headaches and keep that little piece of heaven...

If you are subject to a restraining order, you may face the issue of retrieving your belongings from property you are precluded from accessing. You need to proceed with care when it comes to...

Roads that give fire fighters access to private homes and buildings have to be wide enough to allow the trucks and equipment to come and go. A road too narrow can hamper the fire department's arrival.

"Ordinarily, the court will not get the money for you," explains Judge William E. Brewer in Winning in Small Claims Court, "but in some courts, they do. Check with the clerk." Once a money...

Evicting a tenant who has violated their rental agreement can be a complicated and frustrating process. If you are considering evicting an unwanted tenant, be sure to know your legal rights and...

Divorce is often a painful process, and paying an attorney can make it even more painful. It might make sense to file your own divorce so you can avoid paying an attorney to do your paperwork.

Boundaries are necessary for any healthy relationship, be it family, friends or neighbors. Setting limits provides personal space and a sense of safety, and offers the opportunity for mutual...

Married couples who purchase a home or other real property in a state with community property laws will typically record the purchase with a community property grant deed. It's not uncommon for...

In the market today, there are many ways to buy property, including land and real estate. One way that has become popular today is a sheriff sale. A sheriff sale is a sale of property that has...

Property can be impounded for several reasons, including vehicle violations and criminal investigations. "Impound" can also be used as a financial term. In general, if your property has been...

Mechanic liens are allowed in New York State to be filed against an individual or a business for non payment of construction and materials costs. This lien gives the lien claimant rights to a real...

In addition to paying federal taxes, West Virginia residents, and certain other individuals and organizations that have connections with West Virginia, must pay taxes at the state level. There are...

A quitclaim deed is the quickest and most hassle-free way to sell a piece of real estate. The quitclaim deed means that the buyer takes the property as is, with no guarantees or warranties...

There are a number of reasons why it is important to clear up vacant business lots. Messy business lots are eyesores, lose value, and can cause the owner to be fined. There are certain strategies...

A Land Patent is also called the First Title Deed or Certificate because it was originally a formal certificate granting land to a person or a company. When the original owner of the land patent...

Trespass laws are designed to provide the owners of real estate with certain rights to protect their property. These include rights to keep unwanted individuals off the property and to remove...

In a typical real estate sale, a bank finances the transaction between buyer and seller and takes a mortgage on the property until the loan is paid off. In a land contract, the seller finances the...

Several laws govern real estate in Mississippi. One source of real estate regulations can be found under Title 89 of the Mississippi Code. Real property generally refers to land plus associated...

An excellent way to offset costs of land ownership or to make the land more profitable is to lease it for hunting. It is not necessary to involve real estate lawyers to write the lease. Clearly...

Commercial renters's rights arise mostly from the terms negotiated in the lease agreement, but state and federal laws may provide certain additional rights as well. Rights stemming from the rental...

Land and property ownership is a matter of public record, and anyone can find out who owns land or property in Arkansas. The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) makes these and other public...

In some states, foreclosures are a very time consuming and tedious process, but in Texas it's different. In Texas, it is fairly easy to foreclose on a property and the process moves quickly. ...

Water rights are highly desired in real estate transactions. Whether for agricultural use, recreational use or other purposes, water rights can significantly increase the appeal of a real estate...

A quitclaim, which is often erroneously but commonly called a quick claim, is a simple way for an individual to give up interest in a property. The legal document, or deed, is basically a real...

People who lease properties for residential use are known as tenants (also known as "lessee"). The owner of the home being leased is called a landlord (also known as "lessor"). Laws for each state...

President George W. Bush declared several Southern California counties were major disasters as a result of wildfires in October 2007. The declaration allowed taxpayers in those counties to obtain...

Several liens can be placed or attached to primary property. Primary property generally refers to a person's principal place of residence. Architects, mechanics, property tax agencies, attorneys...

Wisconsin taxes are among the lowest rates anywhere in the United States. Wisconsin state taxes range between 4.6 and 6.75 percent per year. Taxes are not assessed until residents reach an income...

A deed is the legal document, or instrument, that proves ownership of a particular piece of land or property. Before an individual can give a piece of land or property to a relative, a transfer...

It is an iconic image, that of a person walking along a lonely stretch of railroad track. It is a path of contemplation, a shortcut, an escape. It's also dangerous and against the law. Many states...

The title to a property provides a legal description and information on the owner and seller. After the purchase of a home, it may be necessary to add an owner or make corrections. A quitclaim...

Land disputes are common among both public and private property owners in the United States. Longstanding legal battles can arise because of such problems, and only one document can provide a...