Homeownership comes with its unique set of responsibilities and costs, and one aspect that often raises questions is Homeowners Association (HOA) fees. It is crucial for every homeowner to understand how these fees are determined and what they cover. Homeowners...
Owning commercial real estate, such as an office building or strip mall, frequently requires you to hire a contractor. These jobs can range from fairly simple repairs to extensive additions or reconstruction projects. Usually, the contractor and subcontractors do a...
A commercial lease agreement is a legally binding contract between a landlord and a business owner. Based on a company’s nature and needs, its unique language outlines the rights and obligations of both parties for a specific period, which often lasts a year. However,...
As the popularity of cryptocurrency continues to surge, regulatory bodies such as the Texas State Securities Board (TSSB) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have stepped up in their efforts to ensure investor protection and maintain market...
Many property owners in Texas have few options other than to purchase a home located within a planned neighborhood or one that is governed by a homeowners association (HOA) or community association. Especially in the Houston Metropolitan area, planned communities...
The real estate market is not very forgiving for those with unusual circumstances. Those who unexpectedly lose a job or have sustained harm in an accident may struggle to secure financing for some time afterward. Those with children, pets and/or disabling health...
Real estate owners set deed restrictions on their properties for the benefit of those properties and typically in an effort to increase the value of such properties. Deed restrictions apply to the subsequent owners of the property for the duration of the initial term...
In a real estate transaction, the parties often sign a purchase agreement that calls for a closing, during which a deed is transferred to the buyer for the property. The terms of the purchase agreement are likely to change due to the Merger Doctrine. According to the...
Many people live in communities ruled and regulated by homeowner associations (HOA), an organization in a subdivision, planned community or condo. A homeowner association typically sets restrictions on properties in their jurisdiction that each resident must abide by....
As a homebuyer, there may be several types of mortgages that you want to look into. Not everyone wants to get or can get a traditional mortgage loan, so you might be looking into options like wraparound mortgages instead. A wraparound mortgage is a unique kind of...
