Tag: Legal

Posted on 01/04/2021
Washington, D.C. Property Manager’s License
Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay Many states require you to have a real estate broker’s license if you are a property manager. Washington D.C., is different because it does not require property managers to have a real estate broker’s license under certain circumstances. A real estate broker is trained in managing real estate agents and buying and...
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Posted on 11/09/2020
Easements & Right of Way
Photo by David McBee from Pexels At some point, you might come across the terms “easement” and “right of way.” These terms both imply another person or entity may have use of your property. As a homeowner or buyer in the market for a home, you’ll want to thoroughly understand both of these terms and how they can...
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Posted on 09/21/2020
Maryland Disclosure Laws and Latent Defects in As-Is Purchase
Image by succo from Pixabay As with every state, Maryland has disclosure laws that you must abide by when you sell your home. When you are ready to list your home, you naturally make it look as good as possible. You might even do some upgrades or some extra landscaping. However, if you don’t repair certain defects, you...
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Posted on 04/05/2020
What are Spite Fences and Tree Fence Laws?
Image by Michael Schwarzenberger from Pixabay Maryland’s spite fence disputes are usually governed by the state’s nuisance laws. Zoning codes, local ordinances and homeowner’s association regulations could also govern spite fences. A spite fence is one built out of malice, usually between neighbors. Basic Fence Laws Because Maryland does not have specific fence laws, it uses common law...
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