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An Ohio neighbor who builds over your boundary may create an encroachment claim, and the dispute can lead to demands to move the structure, negotiate an agreement or go to court. The outcome often depends on where the true line sits, how much land the structure uses...
If you cannot qualify for a traditional mortgage, a land installment contract may provide an alternative way to purchase property directly from the seller. However, this arrangement differs from a standard home purchase because you usually make installment payments...
Buying a home comes with paperwork, deadlines, and costs that can feel overwhelming. Title insurance often appears late in the process, yet it plays a major role in protecting your purchase. What title insurance actually covers Title insurance protects against...
Buying a home with an old title can be exciting, especially if the property has character or history. But before you sign anything, you should understand what risks come with older titles and how to protect yourself. In Ohio, several key details can make or break your...
Making an offer to purchase residential real estate is complex. Buyers typically submit a multi-page document with a variety of specific terms. They offer a specific price and may propose a timeline for assuming possession of the property. In many cases, the offers...
If you are buying property here in Ohio, you must know about the state’s residential disclosure laws. What this means is that the home seller, with some exceptions, has to disclose certain information to prospective buyers about the home’s condition. Because not...
An easement is a legal real estate agreement that allows someone to use a piece of property they do not own. For example, they may have a right of way to travel across that property. This is common when one property is blocked from the main road, and two people share...
County recorder offices help to maintain information about property ownership and certain financial obligations. When people execute deeds to transfer their ownership interest in a property to someone else, they must present the deed to the local recorder's office....
If you are thinking about putting your house up for sale, one of the first decisions that you must make is whether to list your property with a real estate agent or as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO) transaction. While an FSBO approach can offer potential savings on...