Real Estate

It takes more than just a handshake to buy or sell property, you will need to fill out various paperwork, such as deeds. Now, you might assume that all deeds work the same way, but that is not the case. This post covers the types of deeds that you may encounter and...

Buying or selling a home is exciting, but the final step, closing, can be stressful without preparation. In the Texas Hill Country, understanding the process is important to protecting your investment and avoiding costly mistakes. A carefully managed closing ensures...

You may hear the term “tangled title” in the context of real estate transactions and wonder what it means. Title is an official record showing who owns a property. When you purchase real estate, you will receive a document showing that you own the property. This is...

Choosing to buy commercial real estate is a major decision. It’s a business action that could prove lucrative, but it’s also risky. If you don’t buy the right property, or if you buy it at the wrong time, then you could end up locked into a purchase agreement that...

Purchasing or selling real estate is a major financial transaction for everyone involved. If the piece of real estate is a type you have never purchased or sold before, such as a ranch, it is best to know what to expect to decrease the chance of complications....

Buying or selling real estate is a complex process that comes with many steps and requirements. If this is your first time completing a real estate transaction, you may hear several unfamiliar terms, such as escrow. Since most real estate transactions in Texas involve...

Purchasing a home is a monumental step, but title disputes can turn this dream into a legal nightmare. It is helpful for homebuyers to understand the basics of title disputes to help reduce the risk of any surprises at closing. Five common questions are answered below...

All of us would like to think we can do whatever we want with our own property, but that isn't necessarily the case. One relatively common type of situation that challenges property rights involves an easement. For instance, a landowner may wish to build a new fence...

Many people in Texas Hill Country are looking to get into real estate ownership with a business partner, or perhaps they share an inherited piece of property they share with a relative. If so, they may co-own their property as tenants in common, meaning they each have...

Buying a house is an exciting and fulfilling experience, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. As a home buyer, it's essential to understand the potential issues that can arise during the closing process. Here's what you should know about what can go wrong during...