Author: Todd Ewing

Real Estate Agent vs. Client Reviews: Why the Divergence in Opinion?

Written by Todd Ewing on 2019-04-01.

Nearly all established title companies in the Washington DC market boast a substantial number of online reviews. However, unlike other service industries, the title industry invites highly divergent review ratings when comparing reviews...

When In Doubt, DISCLOSE – DISCLOSE – DISCLOSE

Written by Todd Ewing on 2019-02-18.

Disclosure of easements, conditions, and restrictions is a must. For example, a buyer recently walked on a contract because the seller had failed to disclose a building easement benefitting the next door neighbor. Neither the property disclosure...

D.C. Homestead Deduction: What If The Property Is Titled In The Name Of My Trust?

Written by Todd Ewing on 2019-01-17.

Do you qualify for the D.C. Homestead Deduction if the property is titled in the name of your trust? Yes, assuming you occupy the property as your principal residence and you are the grantor, settlor, or trustor, and a beneficiary of the...

Post settlement occupancy agreements: A useful tool, but beware of potential pitfalls

Written by Todd Ewing on 2013-12-13.

A post settlement occupancy agreement allows a seller to continue to live in his home after settlement, under an arrangement where the seller is essentially renting the home back from the new purchaser. This type of arrangement can be a life-saver...

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The bait ‘n’ switch: From an all-cash offer to not

Written by Todd Ewing on 2013-08-13.

Consider the following scenario: It’s a bidding war, and the seller of a property is choosing between multiple offers. It comes down to the two highest offers: Offer A: $505,000, FINANCING of 20% down and 80% loan, $5,000 earnest money deposit,...

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Author: Todd Ewing

Real Estate Agent vs. Client Reviews: Why the Divergence in Opinion?

When In Doubt, DISCLOSE – DISCLOSE – DISCLOSE

D.C. Homestead Deduction: What If The Property Is Titled In The Name Of My Trust?

Post settlement occupancy agreements: A useful tool, but beware of potential pitfalls

The bait ‘n’ switch: From an all-cash offer to not

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