Fighting Your Legal Disputes With An Unwavering Focus On Results
Purchasing a property is a major undertaking. One step in this process is making sure that the title is clear, which is sometimes a challenge. In some cases, a quiet title action is necessary. A quiet title action can help to resolve certain issues when ownership of...
You’ve found your dream home and made an offer. Everything seems to be falling into place, only for the appraisal to come in lower than the price you agreed to pay. This can jeopardize your mortgage, as lenders typically base loan amounts on the appraised value -- not...
Green development projects in Seattle often aim to balance growth with environmental stewardship. When a related real estate dispute arises, momentum can stall or even derail entirely. Whether a project involves sustainable housing, mixed-use buildings with...
Buying a home is often one of the most exciting purchases a person can make, as well as one of the most expensive. But when a deal falls apart, that excitement can quickly give way to frustration and uncertainty. One of the biggest concerns both buyers and sellers...
People sometimes assume that their ownership of real property is clear and indisputable. After all, the process of acquiring real property is complex and requires signing paperwork in front of professionals. While most people continue to hold title to their homes and...
State legislation enacted and scheduled to be implemented in Seattle on July 1 aims to create more affordable housing – particularly in areas with public transportation. This is sorely needed here in King County 2023, where the median price of a single-family home hit...
It can be a shock to discover that a neighbor’s fence, shed or even part of their home crosses onto your property. Whether it was an honest mistake or something more intentional, the situation often brings confusion, frustration and difficult conversations. Property...
Financial troubles can hit even the most prepared of people. Injuries or illnesses can strike out of the blue and cost a lot to treat, as well as hamper a person’s ability to earn an income. Employers can move far away, shut up shop or make drastic cuts to the...
This month, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signed the Houston Eminent Domain Fairness Act into law. The new law gives “owners of real estate taken through eminent domain by school districts, or sold under threat of eminent domain, the opportunity to purchase the real...
When going through a real estate transaction, sellers are supposed to disclose certain details about the property. Examples include water damage, fire damage, known hazards, repair records, hazardous materials in the home and much more. However, in many of these...