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It is necessary for landlords and tenants alike to understand what fixtures are. Real property is generally defined as Real property is defined as “land and improvements to land.” Sound simple? Sure. But is it that simple? Not really. Because…

When we think about trespass to real property, lot lines and fence lines or people walking across land are the first things that come to mind. We do not often think about objects invading the air space above real property…

When it comes to real estate, liens and lien priority are key legal concepts to know. Liens and Real Property A lien is written notice that, when recorded (i.e., “perfected”) attaches to real property. A recorded lien “puts the world…

If you own a home, you need to understand a bit about mortgages and how they work in your state. You also need to understand whether a security interest in real property can expire. Mortgages in Brief Very briefly, a…

One important aspect of any litigation is presenting a case to the judge and/or jury. The vast majority of legal cases are proven through witness testimony. Factual Witnesses In a typical lawsuit, the facts of a case are established by…

Financing the purchase of residential or commercial property can be challenging. Recently, the financial fallout from the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has made financing a home or business even more difficult. But just because money is tight, it does not mean…