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Understanding Real Estate Titles in North Carolina
Entering the realm of real estate in North Carolina can feel like stepping into a labyrinth of terms and concepts. One concept that emerges in all property transactions is “title.” When someone buys or sells a property, the title must be transferred from the seller to the buyer. This process can be complicated, and understanding…
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Property Disputes: How to Resolve Boundary Line Issues in North Carolina
Property disputes can be both emotionally and financially draining. One of the most common sources of property disputes in North Carolina is boundary line issues. These disputes arise when property owners have disagreements or uncertainties regarding where one property ends and another begins. Resolving boundary-line issues can be challenging, but it’s essential to address these…
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Why You Should Hire a Lawyer if You Receive a Speeding Ticket in North Carolina
We’ve all been there: the heart-pounding moment when those flashing blue lights appear in your rearview mirror, and you realize you’ve been pulled over for speeding. It’s a situation that can happen to anyone, and while it might seem like a minor traffic violation, receiving a speeding ticket can have significant consequences that go beyond…
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FAQs: Refinancing in North Carolina
When you decide to use a mortgage loan to buy a home or any real estate, you also decide to make a long-term investment. If the market or your financial situation changes during the term of your loan, you may choose to take advantage of your option to refinance your mortgage to change the terms…
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Legal Lingo: An Overview of Common Real Estate Terms
The legal world is full of terminology that can confuse anyone outside it. Through our Legal Lingo blog series, we’ll introduce you to and define some legal lingo you might encounter to help you be more informed. Real estate transactions, in particular, include many terms specific to the real estate world, and if it’s your…
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Deed of Trust in North Carolina
There are many documents and contracts involved in real estate transactions, and trying to understand all of them can get a little overwhelming. One that we find people often have questions about is the deed of trust. What is a deed of trust? A deed of trust is a legal agreement used in real estate…
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An Overview of North Carolina Property Deeds
As you navigate your way through any real estate transaction, you’re likely to encounter a lot of vocabulary terms that are specific to the real estate world. If it’s your first foray into real estate transactions, all of this new jargon can get confusing. We find that one of the concepts clients often struggle to…
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North Carolina Real Estate Closing Checklist
You’ve searched, found a home you love, made an offer that was accepted by the seller, and gone through the inspection process. Now it’s time for one of the most exciting days in your home-buying journey: closing! Closing, also referred to as escrow, is the last step in financing and purchasing real estate before you…
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Fraud in North Carolina
You might hear the word “fraud” thrown around often in everyday conversation, but fraud is a criminal action that is taken very seriously in North Carolina. An accusation of fraud can have a huge impact on your life and future. Fraud is a very broad category of crime and many different activities can be considered…
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