Easements on real estate cover very specific situations. They enable a non-owner party the right to use a portion of the property for a certain use. It’s important to understand exactly what an easement does so you can ensure that your property is only being used in...
Someone in possession of or residing in another person’s land may be granted title under the legal principle of adverse possession. However, the requirements for this vary across jurisdictions. Adverse possession can happen intentionally or unintentionally, and...
Having a boundary dispute with your neighbor can be unsettling. You may not enjoy a peaceful stay on your property if your neighbor claims a part of it or vice versa. A dispute can also affect the property's value should you be looking to put it up for sale. Boundary...
For the average person purchasing real estate, title insurance seems like a scam. Unless you come to the closing table with enough cash to purchase the property outright, you will usually need to purchase two separate title insurance policies. You will pay thousands...
When there are doubts about the title of a property, its title is considered defective. For instance, when another individual claims ownership of the land, there may not be clear proof of ownership. In such a case, a quiet title action can help you clarify any...
If there is a river or other waterway located on your property, you may wonder if you have a right of access to it. Since it’s on your property, you would think that you would have access, but that access doesn’t necessarily come with a right to exclusive use. When a...
In a perfect world, everyone would have direct access to their home and unilateral control over what they do with their property. However, the reality is not always so simple. One such instance of responsibility is where you grant your neighbor an easement through...
You’ve worked hard to acquire your property, and you have a right to enjoy it and use it as you please. You have a weekend getaway that you utilize to get out of the city. Unfortunately, you haven’t had the chance to go for several months now. When you finally get...
Purchasing a new home can be a very exciting time. You may have spent months looking for that ideal spot and finally found it. Unfortunately, even when exercising due diligence, flaws with the property can become apparent after purchase. What are some of the more...
Your neighbor's trees have been growing out of control and stretching over your fence so that the branches hang over the driveway. That's where you park your car, and it's where your kids often play on their bikes or with other toys. You're nervous that one of those...
