Some people only acquire real property that they intend to use as their primary residence. Others may purchase or inherit property that remains vacant indefinitely. In scenarios where owners do not occupy the land or homes they own, they are at risk of squatters...
Owning property has a lot of advantages. Homeowners can build equity, have stability and gain privacy. However, there are some issues with owning property, such as taxes, renovation costs and difficulties relocating. A frequent issue when owning property is boundary...
Texas is known for having robust homestead protections, which shield a portion of a homeowner's equity from creditors. These protections ensure that individuals and families can retain their homes despite financial difficulties. However, certain criteria must be met...
Selling property gets more complex when there are multiple owners. This sometimes happens when parents leave property as an inheritance to their children. Multiple children could all inherit equal ownership shares in a family home or a vacation property, for example....
Homebuyers need to do their due diligence when they’re considering purchasing a home. While most will focus on things like making sure the home is the right size and that major systems are in good condition, there’s something else they need to think about – whether...
The U.S. Supreme Court has made several controversial rulings lately. One case that didn’t get much nationwide media coverage was watched closely in East Texas. It involves property owners near Houston who say that work done by the state on Interstate 10 –...
In some cases, construction litigation will revolve around a patent defect. This is something that is usually obvious right away, so it can make the defect claim fairly straightforward. For example, if the pipes were installed improperly in a new build and there’s...
You have a large tree in your backyard, and you enjoy sitting in the shade to read a book or have a picnic with your children. Unfortunately, your neighbor does not enjoy having the shade in their backyard, and they’ve asked you to trim the tree. Perhaps they’ve even...
People who purchase real estate expect to be able to do whatever they desire with their own property. They can refinance and use the home as collateral for a loan. They can sell the property to someone else whenever they want. Typically, owners can make their own...
Buying a home is a lengthy process. It is often troubling for home buyers when they face issues once they find their perfect home. Real estate disputes happen more often than people think. These disputes can happen with several parties, including home sellers,...
