Individuals who are looking to buy a home in Massachusetts will likely come across the term “escrow” from time to time. Generally, escrow is the term used to describe when funds are held by a third party while waiting for something to happen, or for “conditions” to be...
Year: 2021
Estate planning with a special needs child
Parents of special needs children have unique considerations when estate planning. Depending on the extent of the child’s needs, arrangements for their long-term care, housing and financial well-being should be considered as part of the estate planning process. Here...
Are there hidden costs in your commercial lease?
If you are a business owner looking for commercial property in order to start or expand your company, you are probably aware of how important it is to take your time and carefully study a commercial lease before signing. Perhaps you also know that you have the right...
5 topics new home buyers should consider
In a competitive real estate market, buyers can sometimes get caught up and forget to ask important questions. This can lead to regrets and even legal troubles down the road. The best way Massachusetts buyers can prevent these issues is by asking important...
Thinking about doing a condo conversion?
Owning an apartment complex can be a great investment, but not everyone wants to deal with everything a landlord has to -- which can be a lot. Many apartment building owners in Massachusetts have moved on from dealing with the hassle of the rental market by turning...
Buying a home? Consider an appraisal contingency
When buying a home, the contingencies included in the purchasing agreement can offer significant protection. An appraisal contingency, for example, is particularly important in a market such as this, as home prices are wildly inflated, making it difficult for many...
Did a seller or their realtor lie about property conditions?
Buying a home is supposed to be an exciting thing. Unfortunately, the excitement can quickly wear off when problems with the property are found after all the closing documents are signed. You thought you did everything right and asked all the right questions, but...
Are you still holding on to estate planning myths?
If you have put off making your estate plan, it could be because you are among the many in Massachusetts who still believe one or more of the prevalent myths about the process and purpose of estate planning. Unfortunately, many who shrug off the necessity of having an...
Title insurance — what is it, why have it?
The last thing anyone wants when buying or selling property in Massachusetts is for issues with the title to arise. Unfortunately, it happens, and when it does, it can delay the sale or cost all parties involved a lot of money in the end. Thankfully, title insurance...
Need help closing your commercial real estate purchase?
Anyone who has purchased property in Massachusetts before knows it can be quite the process. This is particularly true when commercial property is involved. Getting through closing can be intense and seem never-ending. There is a lot that has to get done, and if...
