Real Estate

HUD Notice Seeks to Clarify Questions Regarding Service Animals and Housing Discrimination Against the Disabled
Millions of Americans with a range of disabilities and health conditions rely on assistance animals for their … Continue Reading

Do Trustees, Personal Representatives, Conservators, and Guardians Need to Provide a Seller’s Disclosure Statement When Selling a Home in Michigan?
If you have ever sold real estate in Michigan – specifically a home with one to four … Continue Reading

Condominium Living: Be Prepared to Abide by the Rules
Looking for a starter home, searching for the home of your dreams, or downsizing for retirement? There … Continue Reading

How to Use a Michigan Judgment Lien in Your Collection Efforts
If you own real property in Michigan, you won’t be able to sell it or refinance unless … Continue Reading

Michigan Real Estate Basics: Title to Real Property
Title issues can arise in every real property transaction, and how property owners hold title plays a … Continue Reading

Adverse Possession in Real Property Boundary Disputes
Believe it or not, a person can become the rightful owner of a piece of real property … Continue Reading

Legal Distinctions Between Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals, Assistance Animals, and Pets
Animals play a vital role in the health, safety, and wellbeing of people around the world. Certain … Continue Reading

Conducting a Commercial Real Estate Environmental Due Diligence
Environmental due diligence – the assessment of known and potential environmental liabilities and obligations associated with a … Continue Reading

Ensuring Your Property’s Taxable Value Is Capped
In Michigan, property taxes are calculated according to the taxable value of that real estate. This usually … Continue Reading

The Benefits and Pitfalls of Real Estate Land Contracts
A land contract can be an attractive alternative to a traditional real estate transaction. Unlike a conventionally … Continue Reading