Home ownership is a goal for many Indianapolis residents. It can take a long time and a lot of saving to have the money for a down payment. Once an individual is ready to take the plunge into owning real property, they may have a lot of questions about how to proceed....
Real Estate
Understanding the basics of Indiana’s landlord-tenant law
Almost every person, at one time or another, has been presented with a document and is asked to sign it without fully understanding its contents. When this document is a lease, it can lead to landlord-tenant disputes later on. Before agreeing to the terms of a lease,...
What is dual agency in real estate?
One person may represent both the buyers and sellers in Indiana real estate transactions. But this dual agency comes with some risks and must comply with requirements under the state’s real estate law. Dual agency In general, agency is the relationship that an agent...
How attorneys can help commercial real estate investors
After months of contemplation, you assembled the right team of investors for an initial plunge into commercial real estate investment. While you think you have a firm understanding of the property and its location, you must realize that your education in commercial...
How can I make sure I get paid after doing construction work?
There are many people in the Indianapolis area who make their living in building or renovating homes and businesses. Of course, they expect to get paid for their work once it is complete, either by the owner of the property or, in some cases, a general contractor....
Is selling your home on your own right for you?
When it comes time to sell your home, many people in Indiana do so with the use of a real estate broker or agent. However, others will choose to sell their home on their own, through a process referred to as “for sale by owner” (FSBO). While a FSBO transaction can...
Courts hear more failure to disclose real estate litigation
The number of cases litigated in Indiana real estate courts due to a failure to disclose allegations is seemingly on the rise. Disclosure laws in the state are clear for the most part, but there is a bit of gray in some areas. A person selling a home will likely...
Is it best to work with an attorney when selling real estate?
Buying or selling a home in Indiana seems like a simple process. When both parties agree to the price and terms associated with the sale, things should move along smoothly. However, it doesn't mean things always work out as expected. Civil litigation may follow after...
Six factors for successful commercial real estate investments
For Indiana commercial real estate investors, there are several factors that influence success, especially for those beginning to invest in this segment. Commercial real estate know-how will determine the success of an investment. The following are six factors for...
Some survey respondents report their home is haunted
Some homeowners in Indiana might be among those who reported in a survey at Realtor.com that they had heard a house was haunted but moved in anyway. However, not all residents may be as informed. While there are certain things about a home that sellers are obliged to...