LOIs, or Letters of Intent, are commonly used in commercial real estate transactions as a preliminary step before entering into a formal purchase agreement or lease. An LOI is a document that outlines the basic terms and conditions that both parties intend to include...
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Why seek a home inspector when buying property?
You shouldn't make a hasty decision on a house purchase if this is your first one or else you may find yourself regretting your purchase after spending a fortune on repairs. A home inspector is one method you may use to stop this from happening. Sellers of real estate...
When can a commercial tenant withhold rent in New York?
New York landlords have a duty to ensure that the commercial property they are leasing meets the basic health, safety and structural standards stipulated by local, state and federal laws. If this obligation is not met, the tenant may pursue applicable options. One of...
What terms should you request when negotiating commercial leases?
Once you find the ideal commercial space for your business operations, you may feel eager to sign the lease and move in. Enthusiasm is understandable, but it might distract you from ensuring the lease terms serve your best interests. You have the right to study the...
Important considerations when investing in commercial property
Investing in a commercial property is a significant milestone. If you are already running a successful business, having your own property could eliminate rent while giving you more control over how you customize your premises at the same time. However, buying...
Factors that can delay a real estate transaction
You’ve been searching for a new home now for several months, and you finally found something that's perfect for you. The house is an ideal size and it’s in a great location. You’re ready to move forward with the deal. Unfortunately, real estate transactions can be...
Understanding the deficiency judgment in New York
When you obtain a loan to purchase a home, the lender assumes the right to repossess the property should you fail to keep up with your mortgage payments. This process is known as foreclosure. New York is a judicial foreclosure state, meaning that the foreclosure must...
How could a quiet title action help you buy a house?
When you find a property that you like and can afford, purchasing it may still not be straightforward. Some houses have legal issues that could make going ahead a risky decision. Fortunately, there is often a simple way to resolve things. It’s called a quiet title...
Why Brooklyn remains a sellers’ market
Home prices in Brooklyn have been on the rise for the past decade, and they’re predicted to continue upward throughout 2022. Not even the economic uncertainty of the past couple of years has dampened it. It’s a sellers’ market, and many potential homebuyers have been...
What happens if a buyer wants to cancel the closing?
Trying to sell a piece of real estate is a stressful process. You need to stage your property to make it appealing to buyers and then leave your house so that strangers can go through your space. Then, you have to review their offers to figure out which one would be...
