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The Role of A Real Estate Attorney In Real Estate Transactions

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Purchasing a home is probably going to be the most important financial transaction a person makes in their lives. Such large investments need to be protected with a solid contract and clearly defined terms and conditions. From the moment you decide to buy a home, to the time you’re finally holding the house keys, you’ll have a series of important decisions to make—all of which of have serious legal consequences. Here’s an overview of the main components of the transaction and how your real estate lawyer will guide you through the process. The Real Estate Contract The contract of the “Offer...

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Suing a Tenant for Unpaid Rent

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Did your former tenants move out of your property without paying full rent? You can recover some of the unpaid rent by suing them in a small claims court if the security deposit doesn’t cover the whole amount. A small claims court can help property owners if: The tenancy agreement involved monthly payments and the tenant left without fulfilling their 30-day notice period. The tenant had a lease and they broke it by leaving before the defined term was completed. Unpaid Rent by a Month-To-Month  A tenant that pays monthly is legally required to give their landlord notice that they intend to...

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Buying A Home? Here’s Why You Need A Real Estate Lawyer

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Purchasing real estate is a major milestone in most people’s lives and it involves the implementation of real estate law. Because real estate law in the US is so extensive, it helps to hire a real estate lawyer to guide you through the purchasing process. Here’s how a competent real estate lawyer can help you buy a house: Buying Property Typically, a homeowner works with a real estate agent to list the property and find potential buyers. The broker serves as an intermediary between the buyer and seller; generally the seller doesn’t interact with the property owner and negotiates through the broker. Once both...

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Major Benefits Of Getting A U.S. Green Card

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Attaining a U.S. green card has numerous benefits. The most important one is the fact that it’s a major step to becoming a U.S. citizen.  All migrants should obtain a green card if they want to become a U.S. citizen. Green card holders aka lawful permanent residents are enjoy several benefits such as the following: Sponsoring Relatives Green card holders can sponsor loved ones who can then apply for their own green cards. The loved one needs to be either a spouse or an immediate family member. In some special cases the loved one doesn’t even need to be an immediate family...

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When Should You Get An Immigration Lawyer?

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You don’t have to apply for immigration through a lawyer if you don’t want to but it will make your life much simpler if you do. Applicants with a straightforward case, that easily qualify for the benefits they seek, have no record of criminal activity or runs-ins with law enforcement or immigration authorities shouldn’t have much trouble obtaining a resident visa or green card without a lawyer. However, the slightest issues with your application can make your case complicated in which case it is better to hire a competent immigration lawyer. Those applying for U.S. immigration from overseas cannot be...

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Brain Injury After A Car Accident: What You Should Know

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Most people will be involved in a car accident at least once in their lives. All car accidents are an inconvenience but when car injuries lead to major injuries they can permanently change a person’s life. Head injuries including traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are very common in car accidents. If you’re ever in a car accident, detecting brain injury early on can save your life. What Are Brain Injuries? Everything from a mild concussion to a severe trauma is considered a brain injury. Brain injury can be difficult to detect because its symptoms don’t surface immediately. Getting a physical examination after...

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Applying for a Visa to Become an American Citizen

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Thousands of people file to become US citizens, every year. The USA is a nation of immigrants and the country continues to welcome immigrants through legal channels. The first step to becoming a US citizen is to apply for a visa. Applying for a visa is just one part of the lengthy immigration process. Here’s everything you need to know about applying for a US Visa to become an American citizen. Visas and USCIS In order to come into the country legally, you’ll require a visa from USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) which is a part of the Dept. of Homeland...

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