Businesses seeking to build and expand in New Jersey do so with the goal of fostering improvement to their own bottom line and hopefully helping the community in which they are building. Even with the positive aspects of a commercial project, there will undoubtedly be...
Real Estate
Protect your assets with an in-depth construction contract
Developing new properties and investing in real estate is virtually pointless if you do not thoroughly draft and review your contracts. A poorly made contract can create confusion over expectations and materials and it can even lead to legal damages. Every major...
Variables to consider when acquiring commercial space
While some New Jersey business owners may be able to run their companies from home, this is not always possible. Those who need to acquire commercial space will have to consider several variables when deciding whether they want to lease or purchase it. Depending on...
How to buy homes while they are in probate
Investors in New Jersey and throughout the country may be able to find good deals on homes that are involved in probate proceedings. After a home has been transferred to a beneficiary, that person may want to sell the property. It isn't uncommon to purchase a probate...
Tips for New Jersey buyers looking at older homes
Those who are in the market for a home might favor homes that have been built in the recent past. However, there can be many different benefits to buying a home that may have been built decades or centuries ago. The key is to understand what to look for when selecting...
Franklin police report scam that could affect renters
Of the things that you have to beware of in real estate, one of the situations that could hurt you is a real estate scam. One such scam has affected residents in Franklin, according to police. In this case, an alleged realtor has been asking for a $50 gift card when...
What are real estate contingencies?
Real estate contracts are an important part of the sale of a home. A home sale contract is created when you decide to purchase a particular home and the seller has accepted your offer. Within this contract are a number of contingencies. The contingencies must be met...
3 questions to ask before buying a rental property
When you're looking for a solid investment, real estate might be on your mind. Real estate can be a great way to put your money into an asset that builds your wealth over time and pays off in the immediate future if you choose to have renters. Real estate can be a...
What can you do to grow your real estate investments?
If you've already started investing in real estate, then you know that the improving economy means your properties are likely to appreciate. You want to continue to earn, but the likelihood of making large returns is lower when property values go up. You have to buy...
It’s possible to deal with nonpaying tenants in a positive way
If you're a landlord, the likelihood is that there will be a time when you have to deal with a bad tenant. There are situations that might be avoidable, though, especially if you take the time to call references, do background checks and enter the property with notice...