Estate planning is a necessary process to determine what happens to your wealth and belongings after you die. An estate plan can also lay out your wishes regarding end-of-life care and establish guardianship of adults with special needs or elderly people....
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...
As a landlord, one of the things you're likely concerned about is making sure that your properties stay in good condition. You take security deposits, but if someone ruins the property, it'll take more than just a few hundred dollars to resolve the problem. It's wise...
If you have a tenant who has taken advantage of you or been unable to pay for rent, then it's time to consider eviction. Evictions are sometimes a necessity because tenants aren't always good about paying on time or treating your property with respect. If you're in a...
There are times when the markets are good for buyers, and if that's what you want to hear, then this is a great time to look at a few different real-estate markets in New Jersey. The state is currently in a housing boom, which means that if you buy soon enough, you...
Land use and zoning laws are in place to make sure public and private real estate both have their place in a neighborhood, city or society. Zoning is a common form of land-use regulation designed to control property development. It signals out areas where housing or...
We all know the famous legal loophole, “It’s in the fine print.” The clauses, or conditions, of a typical real estate sales contract aren’t usually difficult to see. However, if you don’t consider how some of them may be interpreted, they...
Whether you are an individual or a business, navigating the local zoning regulations for a new project or expansion can be challenging. Many details are involved and even the most sophisticated developer can overlook them. Cities regulate and restrict zones to control...
If you plan to run a business in New Jersey, there are some things you should consider, particularly when it comes to your business and estate. When you age, the reality is that you may no longer be able to run your business. If that happens, you'll need to pass it on...
New Jersey is home to over 200,000 singly located businesses, all fighting to claim and retain their spot in the market. As if owning a business wasn’t already hard enough, a recent study by WalletHub ranked New Jersey 44th in a listing of best states to start a...