Commercial leases are tricky. Residential tenants enjoy numerous protections in the law against provisions in their leases that unfairly limit their rights, but commercial tenants are largely on their own when it comes to negotiations. Two of the biggest issues an...
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Year: 2021
Do you lose your down payment if you back out of a home purchase?
When you made an offer on a house that caught your eye, the seller wanted 5% in earnest money. The house was just over $300,000, so you gave them around $10,000 as, essentially, a down payment to show that your offer was serious. While that was true at the time and...
What protects you from hidden problems with a home purchase?
Sometimes there can be surprises in store when you find the home of your dreams. If you do not spot them soon enough, they could cost you dearly. What measures can you take to reduce the risk of a nasty shock after you have signed on the dotted line? Are there any...
Should you get a lot surveyed before buying?
You find a home that looks perfect. The walk-through goes well, the price is right and you don’t see any major defects. You know you’re going to have an inspection done anyway, just in case, but should you also call a surveyor? Most people think that a surveyor may...