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The Importance of Ensuring Your Condominium Complex is Approved by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
By Tamer (Tom) Abdou, Esq. When buying a condo in New Jersey, whether as a primary residence, vacation home, or investment property, one critical factor often overlooked is whether the condominium complex is approved by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. These are not your...
New Bond Requirement for Home Improvement Contractors in New Jersey
At our firm, we get a steady stream of clients that are homeowners that have had a significant issue with a home improvement contractor. Many times, such issues lead to litigation, but one of the lingering issues is that sometimes a home improvement contractor has no...
The Importance of Conducting an OPRA Search When Buying Real Estate in New Jersey
When purchasing real estate in New Jersey, one crucial step that buyers often overlook is conducting an Open Public Records Act (OPRA). This search can provide invaluable information about the property and its history, helping buyers make informed decisions and avoid...
How to Properly Negotiate for HVAC Issues in the Winter
Buying a home in the winter can present unique challenges, especially when it comes to HVAC systems. Given New Jersey's cold winters, ensuring that the heating system is in top shape is crucial. A skilled New Jersey real estate attorney will help guide you through the...
Preserving Your Rights in a Personal Injury Case After a Car Accident in New Jersey
Let’s face it. There are few things worse than being in a car accident. This is true especially if you are injured. As New Jersey auto accident attorneys, we have served many different clients in several types of accidents for their personal injuries. In our...
Enhancing Transparency: The New Jersey Real Estate Consumer Protection Enhancement Act
In July 2024, Governor Phil Murphy signed into law the New Jersey Real Estate Consumer Protection Enhancement Act, a significant step towards increasing transparency and consumer protection in real estate transactions. This law became effective on August 1, 2024. ...
What to Expect on Closing Day When Buying a House in New Jersey
Introduction Closing day is an exciting milestone for homebuyers in New Jersey. It’s the day when ownership officially transfers from the seller to the buyer. By the time of your closing, you should already be familiar with your attorney and his/her office, as well as...
The Importance of PFOS Testing in Real Estate Transactions
In the realm of real estate transactions, environmental inspections or due diligence is a critical aspect that cannot be overlooked. Although in this competitive real estate market, buyers often (and foolishly) waive their inspection contingency rights, one such right...
What Happens During a Real Estate Closing in New Jersey?
Oftentimes, those entering a residential real estate transaction may find themselves wondering what happens during the process of closing in the State of New Jersey. When is it scheduled? What types of documents am I required to bring? Who will be in attendance? ...
Today’s Interest Rates
Knowing the intricacies of what affects interest rates is important to understand how mortgage interest rates are set so that you can determine when is the best time to “lock” your rate when you are purchasing a home. Consulting with a skilled real estate attorney...
Starting a Business in 2024
If you are looking to start a business, 2024 may be your year. With retail rentals becoming increasingly available, it is important to consult with an experienced commercial lease attorney to help navigate you in one of the most important agreements pertaining to your...
Will 2024 Be a Better Year For Homebuyers?
While 2024 could shape up to be a thriving year for the real estate market, there are still several factors that could impact homebuyers including interest rates, inventory and economic factors. However, there’s one factor that remains – having a real estate attorney...