Toledo Real Estate And Business Law Blog
Fractional real estate investments: What are they?
You’ve always heard that investing in real estate is a good idea -- but you don’t have the money to buy a lot of property. Even if you did, you certainly don’t have the time (or inclination) to be someone’s landlord. Could fractional real estate investments be the...
Are you upset by plans for proposed Ohio wind farms?
There is nothing that spoils a lovely view quite like a set of wind turbines, except maybe a nuclear power station. There are many advantages to wind turbines, yet that does not mean you want them close to your Ohio home. It is not only the visual aspect that may...
Reasons to include contingencies in your purchase offer on a home
When you make an offer on a property, you have a legal obligation to complete the transaction. As such, you want to be very careful about what promises you make or what terms you agree to in such an offer, as it is a legally-binding contract. Deciding to include...
Tenants not paying the rent: What are your options?
If you are an Ohio landlord, you may not be feeling as secure as you once were. Media reports are full of tenants unable to pay the rent and full of people demanding that landlords cannot evict people. These are challenging times for everyone. That does not mean you...
What rules govern how Ohio landlords handle security deposits?
If the landlord, you make substantial investments and take financial risks in order to provide other people with housing and potentially generate a steady stream of income. There are laws that protect you as a landlord and other laws that protect the tenants who rent...
Know your eviction rights as an Ohio landlord
Renting out your property to other individuals is more complicated than you might think. Both landlords and their tenants must abide by laws set forth to protect all parties. Whether you are already renting out your property or are preparing to become a landlord,...
What rights do you have regarding your neighbor’s tree?
Ohio is perfectly situated for homeowners who have a green thumb or just a desire to spend time in green spaces to cultivate a broad range of both deciduous and coniferous trees. Deciduous trees typically drop their leaves during the colder Ohio fall and remain barren...
Understand zoning codes when buying Ohio property
Cities in Ohio, including Toledo, have zoning laws that outline what types of buildings can go in specific areas. This is meant to help ensure that the residents and businesses have dedicated spaces that don’t infringe upon each other. While it is possible to have a...
Questions you should ask before signing a wind energy lease
You’ve been approached by a wind energy company about leasing your farmland for use with their turbines. Frankly, it seems like a great way to get another stream of income going. But wind farm agreements are extremely long-lasting contracts. Before you sign away any...
Who pays for the fence under Ohio law?
Are you wondering who is responsible for the fence that separates your property from your neighbors? Don't worry, Ohio laws make it clear who is responsible for the fence. You can resolve your Ohio fence line disputes by seeing which of these three rules apply to your...
