Finding the right buyer for your home is not an easy task. It requires a lot of time, planning, and effort on your part. The good news is that residential properties all over the country have increased in value since the Great Recession. So, the effort you put in can help you earn a decent […]
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When you sell a real estate property in Maryland, you are required by law to make certain disclosures about its physical condition to the buyer. There are statutes in place which require you to disclose what are called ‘latent defects’ to the buyer. Failing to do so can open you up to lawsuits from the […]
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Real estate development and construction activity is vital to the economy of Maryland, and well-organized development in conformance to the local laws benefits the residents at an individual as well as a community level. Every land parcel in Maryland is governed by zoning regulations, which help determine what the property can be used for as […]
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As a homeowner, when you want to remodel your home or even a build an addition, you must obtain permission from the local government. That is understandable in that the government assesses boundaries, environment impacts, and building regulations. The same requirements also apply to new land use. Without clearing the way through zoning ordinances and […]
You completed a project by furnishing labor or materials to a construction site. In the past you’ve been paid on time, but not this time. If you are a contractor or a supplier, an architect, surveyor, an engineer, or certified interior designer, and have not been paid, you can file a mechanic’s lien to secure […]
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If you have a home improvement project in your future, it is very important that you make sure the person you hire is licensed by the Maryland Home Improvement Commission. The Commission regulates contractors and the sales force involved with the home improvement industry, including remodels and repairs. It may be tempting to hire an […]
In the construction industry, there are a lot of moving parts. There is the contractor, subcontractors, suppliers, and other third parties that work together to complete the project. In this industry, it is not uncommon for projects to be left half completed, companies to go out of business, suppliers and subcontractors to not get paid, […]
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Renting has been an increasingly preferred housing option in recent years. Part of this is due to the Great Recession of the late 2000s, when so many homeowners were stung by the collapse in the housing market. As a result, many homes ended up in foreclosure, forcing large numbers of consumers to rent. The trend […]
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Construction disputes can be complex and highly contentious, often involving multiple issues that parties have vehement disagreements about. Most of these have to do with perceived failures to meet contractual obligations, failures to meet performance standards, and similar matters. One issue that may come up during a construction project is the quality of the materials […]
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Your organization obtains insurance to transfer various risks to the insurer and limit your liability exposure. You expect that when something goes wrong that is covered under your policy, the insurance company will be there to take care of it for you. However, when a situation arises in which an insurance claim is filed and […]
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Three Issues to Consider Before Listing Your Home for Sale
/by Evans LawFinding the right buyer for your home is not an easy task. It requires a lot of time, planning, and effort on your part. The good news is that residential properties all over the country have increased in value since the Great Recession. So, the effort you put in can help you earn a decent […]
What Happens When Home Sellers Fail to Disclose Defects in Maryland?
/by Evans LawWhen you sell a real estate property in Maryland, you are required by law to make certain disclosures about its physical condition to the buyer. There are statutes in place which require you to disclose what are called ‘latent defects’ to the buyer. Failing to do so can open you up to lawsuits from the […]
What You Need to Know About Zoning Appeals in MD
/by Evans LawReal estate development and construction activity is vital to the economy of Maryland, and well-organized development in conformance to the local laws benefits the residents at an individual as well as a community level. Every land parcel in Maryland is governed by zoning regulations, which help determine what the property can be used for as […]
Zoning Appeals & Zoning Use Changes
/by Evans LawAs a homeowner, when you want to remodel your home or even a build an addition, you must obtain permission from the local government. That is understandable in that the government assesses boundaries, environment impacts, and building regulations. The same requirements also apply to new land use. Without clearing the way through zoning ordinances and […]
How Do I File a Mechanic’s Lien in MD?
/by Evans LawYou completed a project by furnishing labor or materials to a construction site. In the past you’ve been paid on time, but not this time. If you are a contractor or a supplier, an architect, surveyor, an engineer, or certified interior designer, and have not been paid, you can file a mechanic’s lien to secure […]
The Importance of Proper Licensing for Contractors
/by Evans LawIf you have a home improvement project in your future, it is very important that you make sure the person you hire is licensed by the Maryland Home Improvement Commission. The Commission regulates contractors and the sales force involved with the home improvement industry, including remodels and repairs. It may be tempting to hire an […]
Four Common Misconceptions about Surety Bonds
/by Evans LawIn the construction industry, there are a lot of moving parts. There is the contractor, subcontractors, suppliers, and other third parties that work together to complete the project. In this industry, it is not uncommon for projects to be left half completed, companies to go out of business, suppliers and subcontractors to not get paid, […]
What is Normal Wear & Tear on a Rental Property and When Can a Security Deposit be Withheld?
/by Evans LawRenting has been an increasingly preferred housing option in recent years. Part of this is due to the Great Recession of the late 2000s, when so many homeowners were stung by the collapse in the housing market. As a result, many homes ended up in foreclosure, forcing large numbers of consumers to rent. The trend […]
What Should I Do if I Suspect my Contractor is Using Defective Materials?
/by Evans LawConstruction disputes can be complex and highly contentious, often involving multiple issues that parties have vehement disagreements about. Most of these have to do with perceived failures to meet contractual obligations, failures to meet performance standards, and similar matters. One issue that may come up during a construction project is the quality of the materials […]
What is a Reservation of Rights (ROR) Letter and How do I Respond?
/by Evans LawYour organization obtains insurance to transfer various risks to the insurer and limit your liability exposure. You expect that when something goes wrong that is covered under your policy, the insurance company will be there to take care of it for you. However, when a situation arises in which an insurance claim is filed and […]