real estate law

Buying a home in Illinois means weighing different options when it comes to location, price, neighborhood, and features of the property. One must also decide if one wishes to live in a home that is governed by an HOA. While many homeowners appreciate the cohesiveness...

There are some advantages to buying a foreclosed home in Illinois, many of those being financial. But some issues are common with foreclosures. Whether one plans to buy a foreclosure to flip and resell, or one chooses to live in the home, it’s important to understand...

Buying one’s first home in Illinois can be a very exciting, but also stressful, experience. Navigating the home-buying process comes with many challenges. Finding the right location, choosing the right home, and financing the costs of the home can leave buyers with...

Buying or selling a home can come with challenges, especially in a market that fluctuates frequently. While many homeowners may be comfortable in their homes and have no intention of selling, others prefer having options if the desire to sell arises. Sadly, because...

Homeowners’ associations, also known as HOAs, are common in Illinois and around the country. An HOA is in place to protect a planned community by creating and enforcing rules based on desired standards. When one moves to a community with an HOA, one should be aware of...

If you’re an Illinois landlord, tenant or Homeowners Association (HOA) board member, you may encounter legal challenges that are difficult to resolve as you carry out the duties and obligations of your position. It’s not uncommon for disagreements to occur. For...

Investing in real estate can be lucrative for those in Illinois who are looking to expand their portfolio. But choosing the right real estate investments comes with a unique set of challenges when compared to other types of investments. Anyone who is interested in...

If you are building a new commercial facility in Illiniois, you are likely worried about potential issues. Indeed, construction defects can lead to real estate litigation. Construction defects Construction defects can occur at all levels of construction, for improper...

Legal issues involving real estate law can be some of the most detail-oriented and complicated issues that Illinois residents might face. Sure, a seemingly run-of-the-mill purchase or lease agreement might appear to be fairly straightforward, for example, but those...

Commercial landlords in the Godfrey area often have many issues that confront them on a weekly basis. Many of these issues are addressed in the commercial lease agreement which is why that agreement is so important. The lease is the backbone of a commercial landlord...