| The Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act |
| The Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act is the federal law that addresses the health problems that have been associated with the use of lead-based paint in apartments and rental units. The Act and its enforcement regulations apply to rental properties that were built before 1978.More... |
| The Historic Homeowner -- Historic Designations |
| It is important to us to remember our history by preserving the past. Historic designations on the federal, state, and local levels serve as an important mechanism for identifying our historic resources.More... |
| "As is" Clauses in Residential Real Estate Contracts |
| Generally, a seller has a duty to disclose known material defects and to provide a good faith answer to questions about other defects. When preparing the residential real estate contract, the broker may insert a clause, stating that the buyer agrees to purchase the property "as is." More... |
| The Statute of Frauds |
| A "statute of frauds" refers to a statute that requires certain types of contracts to be in writing and signed by all parties in order to be enforceable. The matter is largely one of state law and state law varies from state to state.More... |
| Housing Discrimination Against Prospective Tenants |
| Generally, a landlord is free to rent his or her premises to anyone he or she chooses. The landlord does not have that same freedom if the housing is part of a federally-subsidized complex or the property is privately owned by a landlord who owns more than four units. The landlord can only refuse to rent his premises to a prospective tenant if the landlord has a tangible reason that is non-discriminatory.More... |
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Knight & Tomich |
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