The Ultimate Guide to VA Loans
VA loans have specific rules about the type of home you can buy
Tariff Impacts on the DMV Real Estate Market
Tariff Impacts on the DMV Real Estate Market
The recent economic policy changes stemming from the Trump Administration’s tariffs pose many questions for investors and buyers looking to participate in the current real estate market. Is it...
Title Fraud: Does Title Insurance cover Fraud?
We hear the concerns of many homebuyers about the potential for title fraud, asking what they can do to best protect against it.
Title fraud is on the rise and while fraudsters mostly favor the targeting of properties that are unencumbered...
Understanding the Unauthorized Practice of Law for Realtors
A Guide for Compliance
Not long ago, I had a front row seat to a contract dispute in which, among other claims, there was a claim against the realtor for unauthorized practice of law (UPL) involving the drafting of a contract addendum. Fortunately,...
Maryland’s Tenant Right of First Refusal: A Guide for Landlords
On October 1st 2024, Maryland’s new Tenant Right of First Refusal law went into effect, introducing significant changes for landlords planning to sell their rental properties. This law mandates that tenants be given the opportunity to purchase...