Real Estate Law

Buying a home is the fulfillment of a dream for many. However, the milestone is also fraught with concerns. You are, after all, making what may be the biggest financial transaction of your life. So what happens if you get “cold feet” and you want to back out? It may...

There is plenty of beautiful real property in the greater Elkhorn, Wisconsin area. Much of that land could represent an opportunity for wealth generation as a result of development. One of the many ways that those interested in construction or real estate development...

You’ve worked hard your entire life to realize your home ownership dream. And you have found the perfect home in an ideal neighborhood. You are understandably excited. Before signing that sale agreement, however, you want to be sure that you’re getting everything...

While many people in the market for a new home would never consider even looking at one that’s for sale “as-is.” (There are fewer of these on the market than in the past because home-buying or house-flipping businesses are willing to buy them.) Some sellers, however,...

A title is an integral part of any real estate transaction. It serves to verify the legal owner of a property and gives them the right to do as they please with it. Therefore, any unresolved issues surrounding a property's title can cast doubt about who legally owns...

In any property purchase, one of the most important aspects of your lawyer’s work for you is the title search. The title search reviews the entire purchase, sale and debt history of a piece of property and offers you an in-depth view of what is available and any...

Anyone who has built a home or opened a business understands the intricate issues of zoning. Every municipality has its priorities in zoning and can serve as a challenge to developers wishing to expand. A newly proposed law may make building housing much less...

Aspiring and existing business owners all wrestle with the question of whether they should lease or purchase commercial space. The advantages in the two options are clear: when you lease, you have a smaller upfront cash outlay than if you buy. The biggest advantage in...

Despite an ongoing public health crisis and the economic challenges posed by the pandemic, there continues to be a housing boom. Experts attribute this to a combination of historic low mortgage rates, heavy demand and a limited inventory of houses and condominiums....

Taking the first steps to get a mortgage on a home would have been an exciting process. During this time, you'll likely have been feeling optimistic regarding what the future held for you and your family. However, a mortgage is a huge responsibility, since you'll need...