One of the greatest fears that people have if they’re overwhelmed by debt is that they’ll lose their home to foreclosure. It may help to know that mortgage lenders don’t want to foreclose on a home unless they have no choice. There are options for homeowners who can’t...
Residential Real Estate
3 reasons to use a contingency clause when closing on a home
Finding the right home in an area you like that is within your budget can be challenging. Once you find one, you might want to rush ahead and secure the property before someone else takes it. Take care not to get into a deal you cannot back out of if the property...
Caveat Contractor: Recent Cases Interpret The Home Repair And Remodeling Act
By Brian R. Kalb What happens when a contractor fails to use a written contract or otherwise comply with the Home Repair and Remodeling Act? Can homeowners use that failure to avoid paying for work done? This article discusses recent caselaw interpreting the Act and...