When planning to develop commercial real estate, property developers may want to "go green" and place a building in an area with public transportation or near neighborhoods to improve the town's walk score. However, most American cities have mandatory parking...
Real Estate
What red flags must you watch for when buying a home?
You feel ready to buy your first home in Ohio and start the next chapter of your life. What red flags may turn your dream of becoming a homeowner into a nightmare? There are several warning signs homeowners should be aware of from the start. Learn how to protect your...
A look at financing options for real estate transactions
When a business or individual looks to buy real estate, the purchaser has a variety of factors to consider. One of these factors involves finding the best option for financing. Good financial terms and rates can make a difference between a good deal and a poor one. ...
What is adverse possession in Ohio?
As Ohio State University explains, adverse possession in Ohio is a holdover doctrine from old English law that may give caretakers the right to legally claim land they utilize. This doctrine historically encouraged settlers to maximize available land and make it...
Eminent domain basics in a current Ohio case
Land ownership has long been something highly prized in modern society. Buying a home, for example, is an integral component of the quintessential American dream. Private ownership of land, however, may be upended by law or a power referred to as eminent domain. At...
Different ways in which real estate disputes are resolved
Real estate disputes surface for many reasons, from zoning issues to financing and the sale of commercial property. Sometimes, these disputes are managed in a relatively amicable manner, while other disputes are very contentious and can drag on in court. The outcome...
Options to help with zoning problems
The impact of zoning laws on property or the purchase of properly can be significant. As a result, business owners and those considering the purchase of a property should understand what zoning laws are and what they can do about a zoning law that has become a burden....
Getting answers when your business faces real estate issues
Most companies have a wide range of real estate needs. Even companies that operate almost exclusively on the internet, such as Amazon, for example, have distribution centers and warehouses throughout the country. The common refrain in the business world is that “brick...
Business owners need to be aware of zoning restrictions
Ohio businesses that are planning a move to buy and build on real estate for retail, industrial or even office space needs, among other needs, must be aware of certain zoning areas and restrictions that could impact the potential use of such real estate. As many of...
When do others have the right to access land you own?
Many landowners in Ohio are in a situation where part of their land can be legally accessed by someone else. This is known as an easement, and it gives another person a partial interest in someone else’s land. An easement allows that person to use the land, the space...