Property owners in Ohio can make a good income by renting or leasing homes in their communities. Those new to this business are often unprepared for the work it requires to be successful. Not knowing enough about the industry can also put your rights as a landlord at...
Paying toward the purchase of a house is often a better use of your income than just paying rent. A land contract can be a great solution for someone who wants to buy a home but can't qualify for a traditional mortgage or doesn't want one right now. Most Ohio land...
Eminent domain is the process by which the government can take private property and put it to other uses. A common example is when an interstate is being run through a town and someone’s home is in the path of the roadway. The government may take the home in order to...
There are many things that people have to check when they’re looking into buying a property. While most people think about things like how many bedrooms and bathrooms are in the home and where the house is located, they might not think about checking for easements....
When you think of a lawyer you might think of criminal court proceedings or divorce, but an experienced attorney can come in handy in a variety of situations. Having a lawyer on your side during closing when buying a house is one of them. Why Have An Attorney? For...
Everyone who sells a home wants to accentuate the positive aspects of it and downplay anything that might lower the price they’re hoping to get or turn off potential buyers completely. However, it’s essential to be truthful and comprehensive when you complete the...
Plans for a new shooting range and gun store in nearby Sylvania have stirred up mixed opinions among community members. The situation highlights the importance of understanding your local Toledo zoning laws before investing in real estate. What is zoning and why is it...
Buying a home is a stressful experience. Between finding the right neighborhood to negotiating price, the real estate market's hectic pressure can cause home buyers to overlook other important items, like defects. Sometimes, sellers may seek to hide these defects from...
If you are looking to sell a property, you want to encourage buyers, not put them off. However, failing to disclose certain information could cause you legal problems and allow the buyer to back out of a contract when they discover the truth. Unlike some states, Ohio...
When you’re helping people buy and sell real estate, you’re dealing with large sums of money –- and sometimes with strong emotions. Buying or selling a home is among the most significant life events for many people. When things don’t go as planned, they may take legal...
