Major Real Estate Law Changes in 2015
Within the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act the CFPB was instructed to take the four disclosure forms received by Consumers...
6 Types of Mortgage Fraud to Lookout For
I recently co-sponsored an educational event about Mortgage fraud. I researched the topic at length by interviewing colleagues, reading cases,...
Common Mistakes: A Practical Guide for the Massachusetts Landlord
The Condition of the Unit, The Application, Creating the Tenancy, Lead Paint, Security Deposits, Discrimination, Retaliation, The Notice to Quit,...
The Other Housing Crisis: Unaffordable Rent
We all know its expensive to live in this part of the country. The average rent in greater Boston has...
The Homestead Protection Law
An estate of homestead is only available for a persons primary residence. The new homestead law took effect on March...
How Should We Take Title?
Many first-timers are purchasing homes with boyfriends, girlfriends, fiances, siblings, or friends. I recommend that you think about how you...
Why Do I Have To Sign A UFFI Certification?
Massachusetts General Laws c. 255, § 12(I) required that residential sellers disclose the presence of UFFI.UFFI was an insulation retrofit...