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How to Find Information on Property Liens
When purchasing or selling property, it is important to determine if there are any outstanding liens against that piece of property. Property liens are a matter of public record and all information regarding the date the lien was signed, the amount of the lien and the person who filed the lien is re
Commercial Tenancy Agreements
Commercial tenancy agreements are designed for landlords and tenants of commercial buildings, offices or other spaces. As with residential tenancy agreements, the monthly rental amount, exclusions, inclusions and terms of tenancy are specified. Other information specific to commercial tenancy is al
Ohio Real Estate Lawyers
While Ohio real estate law does not require you to have a real estate lawyer, there are certain instances in which having a lawyer may be a good idea.When buying a property that has any common interest developments, it may be difficult for the average consumer to discern between parts of the propert
How to Remove a Mechanic's Lien on a House
A mechanic's lien is a legal means of securing a financial interest on property when contractors have done work or supplied materials to improve it. It is a legal way to secure payment for mechanics, plumbers, electricians and suppliers when work has been done on a home and payment has not been made
About Georgia Rental Rights
Every state provides different laws to protect the rights of tenants and landlords. Becoming knowledge about these laws is crucial to having a positive renting experience. Georgia rental rights cover everything both parties need to know, including how to deal with security deposits and necessary rep
Can I Get Out of My Commercial Lease?
This article examines the practical application and operation of Florida's Landlord-Tenant Act as it pertains to commercial leases. It responds to the question for a business with a written and an oral lease on two spaces whether the business can vacate the two premises without exposing itself
Guide for Tenant Rights
State and federal laws protect the rights of tenants and prospective tenants. A landlord may not discriminate against tenants, must use a fair screening process when selecting tenants, must make necessary repairs, must give notice before entering a rental unit, and may collect a security deposit but
Washington State Tenant-Landlord Rights
The state of Washington's Residential Landlord-Tenant Act governs the relationship between residential property owners and their tenants, assigning particular duties and rights to the parties. The law provides remedies that include the right to sue, the right of the tenant to make repairs or pay red
Fire Inspections & Rental Properties
Rental properties often must undergo regular fire inspections in many cities, towns, counties and states. While there is no federal law mandating fire inspections for rental inspections equally across all states and cities, most municipalities with rental properties oversee some type of housing or f
How to Check for Mechanic's Liens
A mechanic's lien can be placed on private and real property by a contractor, sub-contractor or supplier who has not been paid. The lien is registered with the county recorder's office as an unpaid debt. The individual or company who places the lien on the property is entitled to payment. A lien fil
Conveyancing - What You Need to Know
In English law conveyancing is the transfer of legal title of a property from one party to another or the process entailing a mortgage or lien. A system of conveyancing is usually designed in order to ensure that the buyer has the title to the land as well as all of the rights that come with the lan
Colorado Real Estate Judgment Laws
Colorado law allows lenders to sue the homeowner for a deficiency judgment after foreclosure.Big house in Colorado image by Marzanna Syncerz from Fotolia.comThe state of Colorado has laws in place designed to protect the rights of lenders as well as homeowners involved in real estate...
Qualified Intermediary Duties
Qualified intermediary duties play a crucial role in the integrity of property exchanges.suburban shopping center under construction image by jedphoto from Fotolia.comQualified intermediary (QI) duties involve handling real estate transactions called 1031 exchanges. A 1031 exchange allows...
Eviction Tips in Pennsylvania
Landlords can file for evictions due to unpaid rent.maison du sud image by Jerome Dancette from Fotolia.comAn eviction is the legal removal of a tenant from the rental property the tenant occupies, but doesn't own. Evictions are filed when the landlord has given notice to the tenant to...
Federal Law on Tenants Rights & Eviction
While state laws govern most landlord-tenant relationships, some federal laws protect tenant rights. Tenants are federally protected against certain types of discrimination, cannot be automatically evicted after a foreclosure and are entitled to notification if denied housing on the basis of their c
How to File Construction Liens in Kentucky
The law of construction liens, also referred to as mechanics liens, provide a statutory basis upon which workers and laborers can get paid for otherwise unpaid work. Like every other state, Kentucky provides a means for construction workers, contractors, suppliers, and other workers who provide serv
How to Write a Victim Impact Letter to a Judge
Victim impact letters afford an opportunity for victims' voices to be heard by the justice system. The objective is to describe all the ways in which a crime has affected you and your life. You can also make suggestions as to exactly how the offender can be held accountable for his actions. Crime vi
How to File for Squatter's Rights in Oregon
The term "squatter's rights" is an often misunderstood and misused one. The idea that squatters, those who do not own or have rights to a property yet who use it, can come to own a piece of property is based in both statutory and common law precepts. Each state has its own rule regarding squatter's
Tenants Rights in Ohio
Chapter 5321 of Title 53 of the Ohio Revised Code, titled Landlords and Tenants, defines the rights of tenants in the state of Ohio. The law protects all tenants who pay rent for a place to live in the state, as long as that place is not a nursing home, hotel or motel, or a farm residence...
Tenant Move Out Rights
Every state has its own laws that govern tenant move out rights. These rights typically include the protection and return of tenant property, the return of the tenant's security deposit, and the right to notice if the landlord wants to terminate a tenancy.