If you are interested in a real estate acquisition for investment or development, there are several items to consider. First, you will want to decide which type of property you’d like to purchase and your budget. Depending on the price of the property, it may be...
Month: May 2018
Dissolving a business sometimes leads to litigation
When businesses in Ohio are looking at potentially dissolving, there will be quite a few issues to address before the company is finally shuttered for good. Along the way, each step might lead to the potential for litigation. One of the most common causes for...
Eminent domain relocation for property owners
When a government entity takes a person’s property through eminent domain, it is often difficult for the property owner to find new arrangements to live or to operate their business. This can go beyond simply finding a new location. It expands into other areas making...
The challenges that estate executors must endure
Estate executors face legally complex and emotionally challenging challenges. It is a position of authority that no one wants to endure as it involves the tragic loss of a loved one, whether they are part of a family or a longtime friendship. In addition to an...
Eminent domain and generational property
Eminent domain allows both the state and federal government to take your house, your land and even the family farm for any public use. Commonly this is to build a road or highway, but it can also be for utilities, parks, schools or even to transfer to developers to...
Can you challenge the ‘public use’ aspect of eminent domain?
Many property owners who challenge eminent domain focus on ensuring that they receive just compensation for property taken. But if the government is threatening to take your property, then you might be wondering if there’s a way to stop them altogether. Doing so can...
What happens if the executor of a will dies?
Appointing an executor is an important step when setting up your will in Ohio. An executor is the person who administers your estate according to the terms of your will after you pass away. Administering an estate comes with many responsibilities. The executor is...
Challenging a property taking by eminent domain
Property owners may not be aware that the government or other entities may be able to take their private property for public use. This act falls under an area of the law called eminent domain and is intended to be used for projects that benefit the community, like...
Understanding the real estate financing process
Most people who purchase a home need to finance the property. There is helpful information about the financing process and how to resolve disputes that arise. Financing process There are a few important steps for buyers to take, including deciding how much they want...
Types of zoning and potential disputes
It’s important to follow zoning regulations to ensure that a building adheres to requirements for land use and development. There are several types of zoning that are helpful to understand. Types of zoning Residential zoning usually covers single and multi-family...