Author: Anita Hummel
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Is A Real Estate Contract Valid Without Earnest Money?
When most people sign a real estate contract, they will have a clause that they need to pay some earnest money. Usually, the amount outlined in the contract must be paid within the allotted time stipulated in the contract. A real estate contract is still binding even if the earnest money is not paid. A…
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What Does A Property Title Look Like?
Purchasing real estate can be an extremely complex process. There are many legal aspects to a purchase of a property. A property title is not a document; it is your right as an owner. The property deed is a legal document stating that your property title or rights have been transferred to you. How the…
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What Happens If You Build On An Easement?
Easements are a standard legal instrument on many types of land. If you own land and property, it is good to understand if there is an easement on your property. Usually, you can build on an easement as long as it does not interfere with the easement’s purpose. You should seek permission from the person…
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What Is The Difference Between Personal And Private Property?
When people hear the term personal and private property, there can be a bit of confusion. Even though they may seem to be similar, there are some unique differences. Under the law, personal property is defined as anything which can be moved. In other words, a car would be considered your personal property. On the…
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Who Can Enter Your Property Without Permission?
When you own real estate property, one of your legal rights is that you can decide who can come or not come into your property. Government agencies such as the police can enter your property without permission. If you are a renter, your landlord can enter your property as stated in the rental contract. Other…
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Can You Legally Ban Someone From Your Property?
When you own real estate property, you have legal rights that are attached to that property. If you dislike someone, you can tell them they cannot enter your property. You can legally ban someone from your property as it is your private property. You should take specific steps to ban someone from your property legally;…