Contractors and subcontractors, architects, designers, suppliers and others in the construction industry come across an owner, developer or builder who cannot or will not pay for services rendered. This situation can leave owners of small businesses in a bind and...
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Real estate disputes
Baby boomers driving new real estate trend
Real estate has been incredibly trendy in recent years. Just about everyone wants multi-use buildings. Millennials are renting at higher percentages for longer periods than past generations. Many fled the suburbs for city living. Many fled the city, looking for more...
What is material non-compliance?
Renting a commercial or residential space comes with certain expectations for both the renter and landlord. The lease agreement outlines the terms in writing. While the landlord expects to be paid in a timely fashion, the renter also can count on certain conditions...
Dark-store practices gain momentum during pandemic
The pandemic has impacted us personally in so many ways over the last few years. But, it has also changed the way that companies conduct business. For decades, big-box stores have been economic cornerstones in suburban and rural communities. Things have shifted to a...
The Fair Housing Act protects buyers and renters
The FHA is a federal law that protects buyers and renters from a wide range of discrimination. This law applies to a majority of houses, apartments and other forms of housing, but there are exceptions, including some owner-occupied buildings, religious organizations...
Commercial real estate continues its’ rebound in 2022
Many assume that the pandemic left the commercial real estate market dead in the water. It prompted employees to work remotely and businesses to shut down or struggle during the economic downturn. Those early days of the pandemic are long gone, with people now...
Boundary disputes may involve adverse possession
Adverse possession is a legal term that refers to someone taking possession of land or a building that they do not have the legal title for. If this goes on long enough, they take adverse possession of the property, which means they legally own it. The trespasser can...
Design professionals with contracts can file mechanic’s liens
Design professionals create living spaces or workspaces that provide shelter, inspiration, community and serve the needs of the owner or occupant. It is a complex job that takes creativity, education and hard work, so they deserve to get paid for their work. While...
Grounds for voiding a real estate contract
Buying and selling commercial and residential real estate are often large, complicated and expensive transactions. With all that's at stake, the seller and buyer will want to be sure that it is the right deal. No one wants buyer's or seller's remorse. Fortunately,...
What is the difference between a deed and a title?
Buying a home is exciting, but it can also be stressful and confusing. The exciting part is shopping for a new home and dreaming about a new and (hopefully) better future while living there. The stress can come when the buyer and seller negotiate. The confusion can...