Renting a home or apartment is fairly common in Mississippi and elsewhere. While this means that one does not own his or her dwelling, it does alleviate some burdens on an individual such as upkeep and repairs. Nonetheless, as a tenant, an individual may face issues...
Real Estate
Addressing encroachment in residential spaces
It can take years for Mississippi resident to have the resources to buy their own home. When they are able to make the down payment on a property where they wish to live and raise their family, they may be protective of its boundaries and how it is used. Though many...
Legal help during real estate purchases can make a difference
Buying a home is a big commitment. When a Mississippi resident is ready to take their hard-earned money and make a down payment on a residential property, they want to know that the steps they take will protect their interests and achieve their goals. Unfortunately,...
Addressing common landlord questions in Mississippi
In Mississippi, landlords have many responsibilities. There is helpful information to address some common questions they may have related to repairs and evictions, lease terminations and security deposits. Repairs and evictions Landlords must make repairs when there...
Don’t rush to buy a home just because the market is hot
The real estate market is hot these days, with sellers in Mississippi often receiving several offers above their asking price. Those looking to buy a home may be tempted to get their foot in the door as soon as possible and make an offer so they can nail down a...
What is a quiet title action?
Buying a home is an exciting process, especially in today’s hot real estate market. One part of any home purchase is a title search. While most of the time this process runs smoothly, sometimes a title search uncovers defects in the title, requiring the buyers to file...
Understanding property deed types and recording
When a person is thinking about buying a home in Mississippi, he or she might be looking for a certain number of bedrooms and bathrooms, a property with a garage or a fenced yard or a location close to schools. The buyer might not have information about home deeds,...
Seller obligations regarding disclosure of property defects
When you are purchasing a new home, you should be aware of the potential challenges that may occur during the real estate transaction process. For example, the buyer may discover defects in the property after the sale has been finalized, costing them thousands of...
Mississippi home buying process
Buying a home is both an exciting experience and for most people, their largest investment. For buyers in Mississippi, it may be useful to understand some basic information about the process and how an attorney can help. A real estate contract is the written agreement...
Commercial real estate and due diligence
Commercial real estate can play a pivotal role in your business. It can give you the space that you need to develop your goods and services, appeal to consumers, and ensure growth all at the right price. But the logistics of safely securing a piece of commercial real...