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| Jason just settled on his first home. During the closing Jason received a document that discussed mortgage servicing. In essence, the document indicated that Jason's lender transferred 99.9% of the loans it originated in the last year to another entity. And, just yesterday, Jason received a notice from his lender of its intention to sell his loan. What does all of this mean? More... |
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| Finding a Real Estate Lawyer |
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| At some point, nearly everyone needs the services of a lawyer. A transaction involving the sale or purchase of real estate may well be one of those instances. More... |
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| Termite Inspections |
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| In residential real estate transactions, it is not uncommon for standard contracts to contain a clause that makes the buyer's consummation of the transaction contingent upon the home passing a termite inspection. More... |
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| What If My Lawyer Gives Me Bad Advice on a Real Estate Transaction? |
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| Hopefully, you will be completely satisfied with the services provided by your lawyer. If, however, you have a dispute with your lawyer, talk with your lawyer directly and try to work it out. Often misunderstandings or miscommunications can be resolved between you and your lawyer. More... |
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| Trees - Fruit & Nut Trees |
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| Generally speaking, a property owner may cut back branches and roots that stray onto the property owner's property. The right of self-help, as it is called, is not found in state law; however, it derives from the common law. The rationale behind the right of self-help is that, to the extent possible, property owners should be able to protect their interests without the necessity of resorting to the courts. More... |
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