Category Archives: Real Estate
Deed from Company Requires Red Tape
I represent a real estate developer who’s company is organized in Massachusetts as a Limited Liability Company (LLC). In order to record the deed from a recent sale, I took a slightly absurd journey.
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Paving Over Easement
Question: My property is subject to a 20 foot underground utility easement. I want to pave over the easement to access my new garage. The terms of the recorded easement do not address my rights. Am I allowed to pave … Continue reading
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Short Sale Shows Slice of Life
While government officials take their political standoff to the streets, seeking to affect public opinion and gain sympathy, a quiet example of real economic struggle occurred in my office. The tale spans six years and aptly summarizes the fallout and … Continue reading
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Realtor’s attention focused on second deal
Question: I accepted an offer to sell my home to a developer, who will rennovate and flip it within the year. My realtor added a counteroffer term obligating the buyer to use her listing services when the house sells again. … Continue reading
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