Colorado’s 2023 legislative sessions resulted in several changes to residential landlord-tenant laws, including changes in the process for tenant applications and screening. All property owners and management companies should be aware of the changes to ensure their application processes and lease agreements are in compliance with updated state laws. If…
Continue ReadingReal estate law is complex but getting it right can play an important role in your ability to protect your assets. If you are buying a home or a commercial property in Colorado, you’ll very likely need to purchase title insurance. Title insurance is a contract between the person purchasing…
Continue ReadingOnce a lender in the State of Arkansas begins the foreclosure process, it can proceed very quickly. Most homeowners, however, are protected by federal laws that require lenders to wait at least 120 days before commencing foreclosure. As a lender, you should seek an experienced Arkansas foreclosure attorney to guide…
Continue ReadingThe time it takes to foreclose a home in Colorado varies based on several factors but is typically between four and five months. It can be a complex and lengthy process, and it’s crucial for banks, creditors, or lenders to know not only their legal responsibilities and rights but the…
Continue ReadingCommercial tenant evictions are sometimes necessary when tenants fail to uphold their lease obligations. Whether they’ve defaulted on rent payments, violated lease terms, or abandoned the property, you might need to remove them from your premises. When that happens, a Brown Dunning Walker Fein Drusch PC real estate lawyer can…
Continue ReadingForeclosure is the legal process lenders use to recover the balance of a loan from a borrower who has stopped making payments. A foreclosure lawyer with Brown Dunning Walker Fein Drusch PC can help you through this process to secure the property in question and recoup your financial investment. We…
Continue ReadingWhile squatting isn’t legal and is often compared to trespassing, squatters have rights under certain circumstances in Colorado – and in every other state–and are protected by adverse possession laws. This is a challenging but essential area of the law that you – as a landlord or property owner –…
Continue ReadingIn Colorado, renters have solid legal rights in place, meaning landlords must proceed with caution regarding eviction. If you fail to follow the established legal requirements, you’ll likely have to start back at the beginning, which translates to spending more time and more money in the process. Discuss your eviction concerns…
Continue ReadingIn real estate transactions, you may encounter various legal documents. One of them is called a quitclaim deed. This deed is a legal document used to transfer ownership or interest in real estate from one person (the grantor) to another (the grantee). Unlike warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds are often used…
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