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A Quick Guide to Joint Tenancy With Right of Ownership

A Quick Guide to Joint Tenancy With Right of Ownership

As the allure of investing money in something tangible increases, the US has seen a gradual increase in homeownership rates since its dip in2016. In 2022 and 2023, the rate of house ownership reached the highest level since 2011. This includes properties owned individually as well as joint tenancy with

Tax Assessment on a House

What Is a Tax Assessment on a House?

Tax assessments on houses are not only complicated but can also be confusing and intimidating. They have an immense effect on not only determining your total amount due every year but also on which services you have access to! In this blog post, we'll dive deeper into the intricacies behind

Find the owner of a property

How to Find the Owner of a Property: A Comprehensive Guide

Navigating the real estate landscape often requires a deep dive into property ownership details. Whether you are a prospective buyer interested in a particular property, a community leader organizing neighborhood outreach, or someone with personal motivations, knowing who possesses the title to a property can be invaluable. It ensures a

Warranty Deeds

Understanding a Warranty Deed and Its Importance

A warranty deed functions as evidence that indicates the rightful owner of a property and outlines the responsibilities between them and any potential buyers or sellers. This blog post discusses all the advantages of having a warranty deed and how you can create one to suit your needs. By understanding

Procuring cause real estate

Procuring Cause Real Estate: What Is It & How to Avoid a Dispute

Picture this: a real estate agent introduces you to a fantastic house that checks all your boxes. However, before visiting the property, you get busy with work and need to remember to follow up. A couple of weeks later, you attend an open house for the same property and discuss

Homeowners insurance declaration page

Understanding the Homeowners Insurance Declaration Page

You can rely on solid coverage if you understand the details on this document thoroughly.

Pros and Cons of Electric Cars

Exploring the Pros and Cons of Electric Cars

In this article, we've rounded up a list of the pros and cons of electric cars.