Real Estate Law

More Temple homeowners now want to list their properties on Airbnb and VRBO, thanks to the steady flow of visitors to Scott & White Medical Center and our historic downtown area. If you're thinking about turning your property into a short-term rental, you'll need...

Most neighborhoods have fences or markers showing each property's boundaries. Homeowners expect their property to be just for their use. So, when someone crosses over, disagreements are very likely.  Boundary disputes between neighbors can happen for different...

Reportedly, America’s real estate market is poised for a drastic turnaround following multiple consecutive down years. More affordable housing is expected to spark a boost in real estate market activity across several metropolitan areas, with property sales...

Being on either side of a real estate transaction can be both exciting and stressful. For the seller and the buyer alike, being careful with all the considerations involved can be the difference between a clean purchase and a longtime legal battle. Here are a few of...

Buying land can be a great investment for Texas real estate holders. However, the value of such a purchase depends greatly on certain factors, such as the location of a property and what can be done with it. Here are some things buyers should be sure to check into...

One of the top concerns individuals have when selling a home in Texas is the listing price. Asking for too much can turn off buyers, while asking for too little can attract lower offers than would otherwise be possible. Here are some steps sellers can take to figure...

In a hot real estate market, some young adults in Texas and across the United States are looking at creative ways to become property owners. “Co-buying,” where people pool money together with friends to purchase a shared home or investment property, is increasing in...

In real estate, a disclosure is a piece of information a seller provides to a potential buyer, which may impact their decision to purchase the home. Disclosure requirements can vary from state to state. As such, it is important that sellers in Texas know which...

The real estate market in Texas, just like everywhere else, is crazy right now. There are too many potential buyers and too few houses for sale. This has buyers doing various things to make their offers stand out -- such as writing to sellers. This practice isn’t new;...

The housing market is hot right now. With prices soaring and a lack of inventory, it is a seller's market. While many homeowners in Texas will walk away from their homes making a pretty penny, some may choose to forego realtor services to net even more. Those who are...