Managing multi-use properties in Maryland is fulfilling, but it comes with its own set of challenges. These properties often mix residential, commercial, office, and sometimes industrial spaces, each with its own rules and needs. As a property manager, you must juggle different requirements and ensure compliance with laws for different types of real estate. Common […]
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Selling property within the family might appear simple, particularly when you compare it to selling to someone else with their own agenda, but it’s a legal transaction that needs careful handling. When selling a home, land, or any other property to a family member, it should be treated just like a sale to anyone else. […]
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Breaking a residential lease is overwhelming, but sometimes, it’s unavoidable. Tenants find it particularly stressful when they’re not familiar with the legal details. In Maryland, tenants have certain rights and responsibilities. Legal Reasons for Breaking a Lease in Maryland There are certain situations where you can legally break your residential lease in Maryland without […]
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A lease-to-own agreement allows tenants to rent a property with the option to purchase it after a set period. This type of arrangement combines elements of renting and buying, giving tenants a unique pathway to homeownership. Typically, tenants will pay a bit more than the usual rent, with a portion of that extra amount going […]
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Living more sustainably is a trend that has spread to the real estate sector. A green lease is a type of rental agreement that focuses on eco-friendly practices to reduce the environmental impact of buildings. These leases are gaining popularity as both landlords and tenants see the advantages of adopting sustainable methods. However, understanding the […]
As a property manager or landlord, understanding tenant privacy is a crucial part of your job. Tenants have a right to feel secure in their homes and know that their personal information is protected. Knowing and respecting these privacy rights not only helps you avoid legal trouble but also builds trust and a good relationship […]
As technology has progressed, more and more homes are now equipped with smart home technology. Tools like smart locks, thermostats, and cameras offer a lot of benefits, such as added convenience and energy efficiency. However, they also bring up some tricky legal questions for both landlords and tenants. Ownership Rights to Smart Home Technology Ownership […]
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REITs, or Real Estate Investment Trusts, are a convenient way to invest in real estate without having to buy properties yourself. These types of trusts collect money from multiple investors to purchase and manage real estate assets. This means you can own a share of commercial properties like office buildings or shopping centers by buying […]
What are disclosure duties? Selling a house privately, especially to friends or family, seems simpler than going through the traditional real estate market. You may think you can skip some of the usual steps and rules. But even in these more relaxed settings, you still have important legal responsibilities to consider. One of the key […]
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In the world of real estate, a silent sale offers an alternative path for those looking to buy or sell property. A silent sale is a property transaction that takes place without being publicly listed. Instead of promoting the property on common real estate websites or in newspapers, the sale happens discreetly through word-of-mouth or […]
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Navigating Legal Issues in Multi-Use Properties: A Guide for Property Managers
/by Evans LawManaging multi-use properties in Maryland is fulfilling, but it comes with its own set of challenges. These properties often mix residential, commercial, office, and sometimes industrial spaces, each with its own rules and needs. As a property manager, you must juggle different requirements and ensure compliance with laws for different types of real estate. Common […]
Legal Pitfalls to Avoid When Selling Property to Family Members
/by Evans LawSelling property within the family might appear simple, particularly when you compare it to selling to someone else with their own agenda, but it’s a legal transaction that needs careful handling. When selling a home, land, or any other property to a family member, it should be treated just like a sale to anyone else. […]
Breaking a Residential Lease: Rights and Responsibilities Under Maryland Law
/by Evans LawBreaking a residential lease is overwhelming, but sometimes, it’s unavoidable. Tenants find it particularly stressful when they’re not familiar with the legal details. In Maryland, tenants have certain rights and responsibilities. Legal Reasons for Breaking a Lease in Maryland There are certain situations where you can legally break your residential lease in Maryland without […]
Private Transactions with Tenants: Turning a Lease Into an Ownership
/by Evans LawA lease-to-own agreement allows tenants to rent a property with the option to purchase it after a set period. This type of arrangement combines elements of renting and buying, giving tenants a unique pathway to homeownership. Typically, tenants will pay a bit more than the usual rent, with a portion of that extra amount going […]
Legal Considerations in Implementing Green Lease Agreements
/by Evans LawLiving more sustainably is a trend that has spread to the real estate sector. A green lease is a type of rental agreement that focuses on eco-friendly practices to reduce the environmental impact of buildings. These leases are gaining popularity as both landlords and tenants see the advantages of adopting sustainable methods. However, understanding the […]
Handing Tenant Privacy Concerns: Legal Guidelines for Property Managers
/by Evans LawAs a property manager or landlord, understanding tenant privacy is a crucial part of your job. Tenants have a right to feel secure in their homes and know that their personal information is protected. Knowing and respecting these privacy rights not only helps you avoid legal trouble but also builds trust and a good relationship […]
The Legal Implications of Smart Home Technology in Rental Properties
/by Evans LawAs technology has progressed, more and more homes are now equipped with smart home technology. Tools like smart locks, thermostats, and cameras offer a lot of benefits, such as added convenience and energy efficiency. However, they also bring up some tricky legal questions for both landlords and tenants. Ownership Rights to Smart Home Technology Ownership […]
Structuring Commercial Deals with REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts)
/by Evans LawREITs, or Real Estate Investment Trusts, are a convenient way to invest in real estate without having to buy properties yourself. These types of trusts collect money from multiple investors to purchase and manage real estate assets. This means you can own a share of commercial properties like office buildings or shopping centers by buying […]
Disclosure Duties: What You Must Reveal Even in a Private Real Estate Sale Among Friends
/by Evans LawWhat are disclosure duties? Selling a house privately, especially to friends or family, seems simpler than going through the traditional real estate market. You may think you can skip some of the usual steps and rules. But even in these more relaxed settings, you still have important legal responsibilities to consider. One of the key […]
What is a Silent Sale in a Maryland Real Estate Transaction?
/by Evans LawIn the world of real estate, a silent sale offers an alternative path for those looking to buy or sell property. A silent sale is a property transaction that takes place without being publicly listed. Instead of promoting the property on common real estate websites or in newspapers, the sale happens discreetly through word-of-mouth or […]