Real Estate
Learn the important terms and documents that renters and buyers alike need to understand.
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When to Use a Deed of Release
Deeds of release are a common part of real estate transactions, particularly when a mortgage is attached to a property. Do you need one for your situation?
· 3 min read
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Quitclaim Deeds vs. Warranty Deeds in Texas
Quitclaim deeds aren't used very often in Texas, and are looked upon as barely even being a deed. See what other types of deeds you can use to transfer property in Texas.
· 5 min read
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Buyer Beware: What They Don't Tell You About Buying a Haunted House
Worried that charming home you're thinking of buying has a dark side? Here's what you need to know about seller disclosures and the paranormal.
· 3 min read
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California Requirements for Quitclaim Deeds
Whether you're transferring property to someone or receiving the property, using the right type of deed in California is essential.
· 4 min read
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New York State Requirements for a Quitclaim Deed
When you want to convey, or transfer, real property to someone else, either by sale, gift, or by court order, you must do so by using a written document that satisfies the requirements of the law in your state. This document is either a bargain and sale deed, a warranty deed, or a quitclaim deed.
· 4 min read
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When to Use a Statutory Warranty Deed
A statutory warranty deed is a legal document used to transfer real property. This form implies a guarantee about the title's history, functioning like a general warranty deed. Read more to find out how to use this type of deed.
· 3 min read
