Do Real Estate Lawyers Handle Issues With Rental Properties?
When a commercial or a residential property is rented out to a tenant, the lease agreement dictates the terms of the arrangement. All parties must abide by the lease, which acts as a legally binding contract. In addition to the lease, Nevada law also sets certain rules that govern the relationship between landlords and tenants. Regardless of the terms of the lease, laws protecting the rights of tenants must be respected by landlords. In many cases, complicated legal issues can arise between tenants and landlords. Real.. [Read More…]
Who Can Decide Where Kids Go To School After Divorce?
Where a child attends school can have a profound impact on his or her future. Parents will need to decide whether a child should attend a private school, a public school, a magnet school or a charter school. They may also have a choice regarding which public institution a child should attend. Ideally, parents will make the choice together about where a child should attend school. However, it can be much more complicated to decide where kids go to school after divorce or when parents are.. [Read More…]
Should I Sign a Real Estate Contract Without Talking to a Lawyer?
A real estate contract is legally binding once you have signed it. You are expected to know what is in contractual agreements prior to signing and you will be required to comply with the terms of the contract that you have agreed to. As a result, if you are being pressured to sign a contract without having a lawyer review it first, you are putting yourself at risk of agreeing to an unfavorable transaction. Before you sign a real estate contract, you should have the agreement.. [Read More…]
Who Should Move Out of the Family Residence During the Divorce?
A divorcing couple frequently owns a home together before deciding to separate and divorce. Once the marriage is irretrievably broken and the spouses are on the path to dissolving their marriage, it can become uncomfortable to continue living in the same home. The divorce process can take months, and one of the spouses may wish to find alternative living arrangements during this time. It is important to carefully consider who should move out of the family residence during the divorce. An experienced Las Vegas divorce lawyer.. [Read More…]
Are all Bank Loan Documents the Same?
A loan agreement is a legally binding contract. If you do not abide by any of the terms of the loan agreement, a lender can impose penalties. These penalties could include charging late fees; posting negative information on your credit report; repossessing collateral if you took out a secured loan such as a mortgage or car loan; or seeking a court judgment against you and potentially placing a lien on property or garnishing wages. It is imperative that you fully understand what you are agreeing to.. [Read More…]