Category: Real Estate Law

Beware of New Home Deed Scam

A client who recently purchased a new home received a letter from a deed processing company asking for payment of $80 for a copy of her new deed. This is a scam- please do not send them any money. Your original deed will be returned to you... read more

Beginning the Landlord Tenant Relationship

by Mary Ann Pidgeon The landlord tenant relationship must be established in writing or established in the actions of the parties. The first issue is determining if there is a legally enforceable landlord tenant relationship. If there is... read more

So You Want to be a Landlord

Question 1: The property: Is your property properly zoned for a rental? Is your property a lawful two (or more) family home? If it is a condominium unit, do the rules and regulations allow a tenancy and it is limited for a term of... read more