Property Law

When you buy a house in a community with a homeowners association (HOA), you are bound by its covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs). Some of these that you agreed to in order to purchase the home of your dreams can later turn out to be more onerous than...

Recently, there have been several high-profile stories about squatters or non-paying tenants who occupy properties without permission. One story that received national attention involved a family that could not move into a home purchased from the estate of the prior...

When buying real estate for commercial purposes, it is important to know that it is in the right zone. There are three main zones in use in most areas: Industrial, commercial and residential. These dictate the type of properties that can exist within those zones and...

Good tenants may come and go, but it seems like you just can’t get rid of the bad ones. As a landlord, you may periodically run into a situation with a tenant where you simply want them out of your hair (and property) permanently – but you cannot take matters into...

Real estate disputes in Texas don't just relate to transactions. Certainly, things can go wrong during a home sale or lease that require people to go to court. However, even those who simply want to quietly enjoy the property they already own sometimes require the...

When it comes to real estate transactions, where emotions and negotiations can sometimes intertwine, prospective homebuyers often find themselves contemplating unconventional ways to stand out in a competitive market. One intriguing approach gaining attention is the...

Handling a pool construction dispute can be challenging, but addressing the issue professionally and promptly to reach a satisfactory resolution is possible. First, you must determine if anything needs to be addressed urgently because of the risk of property damage....

Buying a home is one of the most significant investments that people can make. With so much money on the line and the major commitment involved, it’s probably only natural for buyers to occasionally get “cold feet” about a deal. But what about sellers? Selling a home...

As a business owner, you can agree that securing the right commercial space may be very important to the success of your enterprise. Depending on your circumstances, your commercial lease terms play an equally crucial role in shaping the success and sustainability of...

Many different types of businesses have commercial leases, from manufacturing centers to retail locations to gyms. It could even just be an office building that a company wants to use as its headquarters. This type of lease is typically going to run from three to five...