House hunting is a time when you are preparing to make big financial commitments in your life. It can be overwhelming, even before your real estate agent asks you to sign contract after contract. When a realtor presents you with a buyer-broker agreement, you should...
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Negotiating a favorable commercial lease renewal
A commercial lease in Washington, D.C. lasts longer than a residential one, so market conditions often fluctuate quite a bit between when your lease term begins and when it ends. For this reason, it may benefit you to try to negotiate new lease terms that may prove...
What is a shared equity financing agreement?
With a shared equity financing agreement, two individuals purchase a property together. While uncommon, this situation may occur when one person cannot afford the home independently. Review the details about shared equity financing agreements to make a decision about...
Last-minute issues can put the sale of your home on hold
If you are in the process of selling your home, you look forward to the closing and to moving on with your life. However, a closing does not always go smoothly. There are various issues that can delay this procedure, and some occur at the last minute. The issue of...
The importance of a title search when buying property
When buying property, a title search could uncover details that may require attention to prevent a setback. A last-minute issue discovered during a title search, such as the current seller not having 100% legal ownership of the property, can delay the closing. When...