Franklin Real Estate Law Blog
Helpful information for people buying a first home
For many people, owning a home remains a key element of the classic American dream. Owning a home, however, entails a lot more than having the freedom to decorate a yard or a house any way a person wants. Home ownership brings with it some significant...
Do all estate cases go to probate?
The probate process in Massachusetts is designed to assist with matters involving the estate once someone passes. Whether currently writing your last will and testament or named as the executor of an estate, it is critical that you understand how the probate process...
3 quick tips for buying a bank-owned home
Whether you are purchasing a new home or looking for an investment property, bank-owned properties offer several potential advantages. If you are buying a house to live in, you may be able to get an attractive price that makes your budget go further and allows you to...
The due diligence process in commercial real estate transactions
If you own commercial property in Massachusetts, you know that any transactions related to them are complex. Whereas residential purchases typically occur between individuals, entities are usually the buyers and sellers. This helps limit liability and attain the...
How much might you owe in estate taxes?
Your ultimate goal in estate planning is to optimize every strategy available to you to preserve assets to pass on to your beneficiaries in Franklin. Planning to avoid probate and settle outstanding liabilities can help in this regard, yet expenses such as estate tax...
What disclosures do I have to provide when selling my house?
When you sell your house, there are several disclosures that you must provide to the buyer. The purpose of these disclosures is to inform the buyer of any known defects or problems they may encounter. Failure to provide the proper disclosures could have severe...
What do you know about working with a home inspector?
No matter if you want to buy or sell a residential property in Massachusetts, you owe it to yourself to have the property inspected by an experienced home inspector. That said, you also owe it to yourself to make the most of your time with an inspector. American...
Protecting your interests when buying a home
Buying a home is often a good investment, but if you are not careful during the initial home search and sales process, your purchase may come back to bite you. Luckily, contingencies and disclosures exist to help you navigate the process and protect your interests...
Requirements for commercial real estate loan
Small business owners who are looking to own commercial real estate may be making a good investment over renting, but it is important to understand what a loan entails. A commercial real estate loan differs from a residential loan in a variety of ways. Owners should...
Should I use a springing power of attorney?
You may be in a situation where a parent is losing the mental capacity to make important financial decisions, but is still competent enough to handle such matters with just a little help. Should you name a designated power of attorney, or use a springing power of...
