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How to Protect Yourself from Bad Tenants
Jun 2009

Once a tenant has taken up residence in your rental unit, it can be costly and time-consuming to have him or her removed, so you should aim to head off any problems before the first box is moved in. more...

Facing Foreclosure? Alternatives That Can Save Your Credit
Jan 2009

Are you facing foreclosure on your home? You may think there's not much you can do to avoid it. But, what you don't know is that there are alternatives to foreclosure. more...

Real Estate Series Part II: What is a Landlord responsible for?
Sep 2008

Oh, it's great to be a landlord. You collect rent from tenants who adore you, you please your financial planner, you form lasting friendships and your phone only rings between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Unless a unit's hot water heater breaks in the middle of January. Or the sewer system explodes over the weekend you're in Maui. Or a tenant decides to start an indoor drum circle. Once you understand your legal responsibilities in the landlord-tenant relationship, you can better avoid any potential problems. more...

What is a Quitclaim Deed?
Sep 2008

Everyone knows that a written document otherwise known as a deed is needed in order to transfer title in real property from one person to another. What everyone does not know is that deeds can be complicated and nuanced, taking multiple forms, each with its own specific implications and particular best uses. more...