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New Law regarding Quiet Title About to Take Effect in Maryland
/by Evans LawAs we discussed in a prior post, there are three types of real estate deeds, each offering the deed-holder different rights and degrees of ownership of the property described. There are times when an owner discovers that they do not, in fact, hold a general warranty deed, but believe that they are entitled to hold […]
Is a Short Sale a Good Option for Me?
/by Evans LawIf you’re in the market for a new home in Maryland, you may have seen homes listed as “short sales,” but you may not have had a chance to learn more about how these sales differ from conventional home sales. In a future post, we’ll explain why a seller might consider short sale or foreclosure […]
What is the difference between a General Warranty Deed and a Special Warranty Deed?
/by Evans LawIf you’re planning to purchase a property, it’s important to know the difference among the types of instruments that can convey title to a property. The three instruments most commonly used to convey title are the general warranty deed, special warranty deed, and quitclaim deed. Read on to learn more about the similarities and differences […]
Court Stops Homeowner Association from Banning Delinquent Unit Owners from Common Areas
/by Evans LawIn a recent opinion from the Maryland Court of Special Appeals, the justices imposed limits on the means by which the board of directors of a condominium complex could collect HOA fees. While the opinion was not published, meaning that the case cannot be relied upon as settled law in the future, the opinion offers […]
Should My Building Be LEED-Certified?
/by Evans LawIf you’re a construction manager or developer in Maryland, you’ve definitely heard of LEED certification. If you’re about to begin a new project, or are considering renovations on an existing building, you may be wondering if your building should become LEED-certified. Read on to learn about the basics of LEED certification and the benefits it […]
Reverse Mortgages: What You Should Know
/by Evans LawIf you’re older and have been in the same home for many years, you may have built up a large amount of equity in your home. If you find yourself in need of money, you may be considering taking advantage of this equity by taking out a reverse mortgage. Should serious health issues arise for […]
Why is it Important to Ensure Your Contractor is Licensed?
/by Evans LawDoing substantial renovations on your home requires you to make a lot of choices on what you want to change, how you want your home to look, and who you want to hire to help make it look that way. Finding the right balance of talent, reliability, and affordability in a contractor can be a […]
Is It a Good Idea to Cosign a Loan?
/by Evans LawAnnapolis real estate attorney Matthew S. Evans talks about the pros & cons of cosigning a loan.
A Change in Loan Disclosure Requirements: What Buyers Should Know
/by Evans LawAnnapolis real estate attorney Matthew Evans discusses new CFPB loan disclosure requirements to help buyers understand their new home mortgage loan.
Matthew Evans Selected to Super Lawyers for Second Straight Year
/by Evans LawMatthew S. Evans, III is proud to have been recently selected by Super Lawyers for a second straight year as a top rated Construction Litigation Attorney in Maryland for 2016. Only 5% of all attorneys in Maryland are selected as Super Lawyers. Super Lawyers is a rating service of top lawyers among 70 different practice […]