Michael Baird, Real Estate Attorney

When it comes to closing on a home sale, who is responsible for all those half used, unwanted cans of paint?

What happens when a septic inspection doesn't pass during the home buying process? And how can a Title V Holdback help?

What happens when you have an agreement to buy a home, then a tree lands on it, or some other major damage occurs prior to closing?

Interview with home appraiser Danyl Collings of Four Core Properties on what appraisers are looking for and how agents can help

Anytime I speak with a client about title insurance, the sentiment is the should be fine. But, roughly 25-30% of titles reveal something to

It’s clear buyers are in a competitive situation. So, now there’s a new phenomenon… buyers making simultaneous offers on multiple properti

How much money do you have? Buyers are waiving the appraisal portion of their financing contingency in order to stand out to sellers. As a

Special thanks to Bill Bailot of Gallo Moving & Storage for joining me for this interview to discuss some great topics when it comes to hiri

Much like the power of love, a price escalation clause is a curious thing. When considered against the background of contract mechanics, i

The standard language is simple, but generates some concerns. “Buyer’s inspection is for informational purposes only” is probably the most c

In this aggressive Seller’s market, Buyers are getting squeezed with respect to price and terms. One particular term your may buyers see i

Many buyers and sellers are running into delays with getting their sales on record same day. I'll discuss why and how to avoid this headache

In part 3 of our series, we look at all the people involved in the legal aspects of purchasing your new home

Today, in part 2, we look at all the folks who will be involved in the physical home when you're buying a new house

If you're a new home buyer, or even a repeat one, you might have questions about who does what. I'm here to help.

Don't just buy a house, buy a house like a grown-up

Even if you think you don't, you need a home inspection. Here's why

Buying in a subdivision is a lot like buying any other property, but with a few extra details. Here are some ?s you should be asking.

You may have never run into a situation with a buyer purchasing a home in a Water Resource Protection District. But chances are you will.

Believe it or not, real estate attorneys can be awkward.