Property Law 102: Co-Ownership

Deeds and Title Property Law 102: What is co-ownership? Facebook Twitter Linkedin So, now you’ve got the basics. You know the difference between a fee simple and a life estate, and how that affects your rights as a property owner. Time to go one level deeper.  Let’s talk about co-ownership.  Co-ownership occurs when multiple people… Continue reading Property Law 102: Co-Ownership

Property Law 101: Types of Ownership

Deeds and Title Property Law 101: What are the Types of Ownership? Facebook Twitter Linkedin To fully understand why buying real estate is so complicated, you have to start at the beginning, and the beginning goes back a long way.  For most of the United States, real property law is based on the English common… Continue reading Property Law 101: Types of Ownership

Other Types of Deeds

Deeds and Title What are Other Types of Deeds Facebook Twitter Linkedin In this article, we’re going to dig into a few alternative types of deeds used for specific purposes, as well as highlight what states offer these deeds. While the majority of transactions will use the more common deed forms, these may come up… Continue reading Other Types of Deeds

What is a Warranty Deed?

Deeds and Titles What is a Warranty Deed? Facebook Twitter Linkedin A warranty deed is a common form of deed for conveying real estate.  While warranty deeds can vary by jurisdiction, they typically contain all the standard deed elements, including who is granting the property, who is receiving the property, what the consideration is, and… Continue reading What is a Warranty Deed?

Should Residential Real Estate Investors Work with a Multi-State Title Company?

One of the interesting choices that any residential real estate investor has to make is whether to work with a local or national title company. The answer will certainly vary based on the business or person and where they operate. In this blog, we explore what kinds of considerations can help you make this decision.