real estate law

Real estate law is one of those areas where many people tend to see more complications than solutions. There is no doubt that this area of the law is oftentimes heavy on documentation, records and the exact wording of contracts. Easements, for example, fall under an...

Whether you are buying your forever home, a vacation home or you are downsizing to a smaller home, one section of your purchase agreement will likely contain contingencies. Contingencies benefit buyers in Illinois by permitting them to cancel the purchase agreement if...

Buying a home is often one of the largest purchases a Godfrey area resident will make. The home buying process can be complicated, and many buyers don’t understand all the ins and outs. Although just having a realtor can work fine when purchasing a home, bringing in...

One of the things that makes real estate law so complex is that many parties can have claims on a piece of property. For instance, if a property owner dies and leaves the property to their family, various family members may have a legal interest in the property....

An easement gives a person, organization or government entity an interest in land that is owned by someone else. Easements are used for a specific purpose and allow the easement holder to have a right of way or use property. Types of easements There are three main...

Purchasing a home is a major step to take in life. Thus, it is important to understand everything one is getting into before making a large purchase. While the transaction is primarily about obtaining a home, it could also encompass specific rules on how the real...

Low interest rates may usher one of the most lucrative markets for investment properties this spring. There may be excellent opportunities to add to a real estate portfolio or even making a first-time purchase of an investment property. But you should be aware of...

Acquiring property is a momentous occasion in a person’s life. A car, a house, a vacation home – these are true measures of our hard work. However, nothing dampens the mood like finding out other people may also have an ownership stake in the property. For those in...

Buying a home, whether it is your starter home or your “forever” home is an exciting process. There are many steps in the home buying process in Illinois. One major part of purchasing a home is a title search. Title searches are essential, as a defective title may...

The purchase or sale of real estate, whether it is for business or personal use, can be an exciting time for all involved. Businesses acquire real estate to start up, expand or to find space for inventory or employees. Individuals and families throughout Illinois buy...