Most adults in Ohio recognize that divorce can be a messy, emotional and very expensive process. They may have witnessed their parents' divorce years ago or watched close friends go through family court to settle property division disagreements and custody disputes....
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Year: 2023
You and your soon-to-be ex can work together to sell your home
One of the first and most important decisions for most couples considering or beginning the divorce process is what to do with their home. If you and your soon-to-be ex have decided that the best choice is to sell it and divide the proceeds (or address them some other...
When divorce is too costly to formally end a marriage
Unhappy marriages can endure for many years. The negatives have overcome the positives. Couples counseling fails to move the needle. At some point, it will be time to discuss pulling the plug on the union and exploring divorce options. Marital dissolution is a...
Buying or selling a stigmatized property? Learn about the law
Many people have never heard the term “stigmatized property” before. But if you are either buying or selling a piece of real estate, it could be important to understand what it means. A property can become stigmatized if any one of a number of adverse events occurs...
Contingency clauses in home purchase contracts explained
Buying a home is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. It involves a lot of money, time and emotions, so you want to ensure that you are protected from any unforeseen issues that might arise during the process. Contingency clauses can help you do that....
2 reasons to evict a tenant in Ohio
If you own a rental property, there is a good chance you will come across a tenant with whom you do not get along quite fine. But you cannot simply ask them to leave because of personal differences. If you do, they may sue you for wrongful eviction. And you don’t want...
What should you consider when choosing a real estate agent?
Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you can make in your life, let alone one of the most expensive. The right real estate agent can help guide you through the process and ensure that it goes smoothly, saving you time, money, and stress. Choosing the right...
Critical things not to do during a divorce
The things you do during your divorce can impact the divorce outcome. Believe it or not, simple things like social media activity can be used against you by the other party in the divorce if things get contentious. Regardless of whether your divorce is amicable or...
Why conduct due diligence before investing in real estate?
Are you considering investing in commercial real estate? Even though this is a lucrative industry, it’s always advisable to conduct due diligence before investing. Due diligence is thoroughly investigating a property before investing to ensure you make an informed...
3 errors to avoid when closing on real estate
Choosing a home to buy is one of life’s most important decisions, so it’s important to get it right. Yet, many people don’t. Here are three common errors to avoid: 1. Letting your heart rule your head You need to be realistic when choosing a home. It’s easy to get...