The Best Real Estate Law Books to Brush Up On Your Skills

The Best Real Estate Law Books to Brush Up On Your Skills

Of all areas of law, real estate is one of the most complex. From ever-changing zoning laws to understanding the various types of contracts involved with the many different types of transactions, it can be very difficult to stay up-to-date with this area of law....
Condemned: How and Why Buildings Get This Status

Condemned: How and Why Buildings Get This Status

Condemned — just the sound of the word seems like it’s bad news. Although most condemned buildings are often done so for unsafe or unsanitary reasons, that is not always the case because condemned buildings may also help the environment and community. In some...
What to Look for When Signing a Lease

What to Look for When Signing a Lease

Are you going to be a first-time renter? There are a handful of thoughts that are running through your mind — like what type of apartment is ideal for your lifestyle, when you should move, or what area you would like to relocate to. It’s a very exciting time for...
Common Questions for Real Estate Attorneys

Common Questions for Real Estate Attorneys

Buying a home? Leasing commercial space? Purchasing a piece of land? You probably want to consider talking to a real estate attorney before making any big decisions and signing on a dotted line. If you don’t know a lot about real estate law, or law in general, you may...
Chinese Real Estate Lawsuits Surge in Number

Chinese Real Estate Lawsuits Surge in Number

While property and real estate pricing in China continue to suffer, the real estate law sector is seeing a huge boom in activity. The Chinese real estate market has been in a slump for approximately two years now. While there are small signs of incremental...