Major Real Estate Law Changes in 2015 Posted on January 3, 2015April 17, 2020 by Jack O'Donohue Within the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act the CFPB was instructed to take the four disclosure forms received by Consumers... Continue Reading
6 Types of Mortgage Fraud to Lookout For Posted on February 17, 2014April 16, 2020 by Jack O'Donohue I recently co-sponsored an educational event about Mortgage fraud. I researched the topic at length by interviewing colleagues, reading cases,... Continue Reading
Common Mistakes: A Practical Guide for the Massachusetts Landlord Posted on January 25, 2013 by Jack O'Donohue The Condition of the Unit, The Application, Creating the Tenancy, Lead Paint, Security Deposits, Discrimination, Retaliation, The Notice to Quit,... Continue Reading
The Other Housing Crisis: Unaffordable Rent Posted on January 13, 2013 by Jack O'Donohue We all know its expensive to live in this part of the country. The average rent in greater Boston has... Continue Reading
The Homestead Protection Law Posted on January 13, 2013 by Jack O'Donohue An estate of homestead is only available for a persons primary residence. The new homestead law took effect on March... Continue Reading
How Should We Take Title? Posted on January 13, 2013 by Jack O'Donohue Many first-timers are purchasing homes with boyfriends, girlfriends, fiances, siblings, or friends. I recommend that you think about how you... Continue Reading
Why Do I Have To Sign A UFFI Certification? Posted on January 12, 2013 by Jack O'Donohue Massachusetts General Laws c. 255, ยง 12(I) required that residential sellers disclose the presence of UFFI.UFFI was an insulation retrofit... Continue Reading