Fighting Your Legal Disputes With An Unwavering Focus On Results
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...
Owning commercial real estate with a partner can be a lucrative venture, but it can also pose several challenges. Disagreements may arise that could threaten the success of partnerships or joint ventures involving commercial real estate investments. Washington law...
Contingency clauses are common in real estate transactions. For example, a buyer may use a loan contingency. This essentially means that the buyer is only obligated to move forward with the sale as long as they get the loan that they’re expecting. After all, many...