Commercial leases usually a multi-year commitment, which means it is critical that people ensure that initially agreed upon terms are appropriate and fair. The base rent charge is only one consideration. Maintenance is another concern. Some commercial tenants are...
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5 common contract issues that derail real estate deals
Buying or selling real estate can feel fulfilling when everything goes right. However, when a deal falls apart, the contract often drives the outcome. In New Jersey, even minor discrepancies matter because transactions move fast and property values run high. By...
The role of title searches in real estate transactions
When purchasing property, buyers will need to be cautious. Sometimes people make bad deals by neglecting to check whether or not the seller is the rightful owner of the property. In some cases, the title comes with unmentioned taxes, debts and judgments. These can...
How can you effectively negotiate a commercial real estate deal?
Buying a piece of commercial real estate can be lucrative, but it can also be risky. That’s why you have to be strategic as you enter negotiations surrounding the purchase of the property in question. But figuring out the best way to approach your circumstances can be...
How does eviction for non-payment work in New Jersey?
Facing potential eviction due to unpaid rent can be stressful and overwhelming for tenants in New Jersey. However, as a tenant, you have legal rights in this situation. Landlords must follow specific legal procedures to evict you, and you have options to fight the...
What is the attorney review process in New Jersey?
Buying a house in New Jersey can be complex because it involves multiple steps before finalizing a sale. One of them is the attorney review period, which occurs after a buyer and seller sign a contract. During this time, the attorneys inspect the document for...
Individual landlords need to have legal protection
Many people in New Jersey rent houses, portions of houses converted into apartments or even rooms to others to supplement their income. Some Bergen County residents may even be able to turn rentals into their full-time job. That said, individual landlords will often...
What does a seller need to disclose when selling their home?
Listing a home for sale is a major undertaking. Most homeowners partner with real estate agents to help ensure they optimize the sale price of their homes. An agent can give them information about the market and assist with paperwork. They can estimate a reasonable...
What you need to know about non-contingent offers
Buying a piece of property is a complicated endeavor. And sometimes you have to move fast and with conviction if you want to secure the real estate in question. This is why some buyers choose to make non-contingent offers. But is doing so in your best interests? The...
Consequences of a seller backing out of a real estate contract
You signed a real estate contract and agreed to the sale. The deal was already in motion, then something changed. A job offer fell through, the next home did not work out or the timing no longer made sense. Now you are wondering if you can still walk away, and what it...

