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New Chatbot Promises to Write Your Will For You, But At What Cost?

Posted on May 15, 2018
What are the dangers of using a chatbot or other technology to make my will?

A taxation lawyer in South Australia has developed a chatbot that can automatically generate your will. The chatbot is named Ailira and already hundreds of people have used the bot to make an estate...

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Eminent Domain Explained

Posted on May 8, 2018
What is eminent domain?

The concept of eminent domain recently made the news in New Jersey. The city of Hoboken had been attempting to obtain three acres of waterfront property through eminent domain. Now, the mayor of Hoboken has announced that the city will suspend all eminent domain efforts...

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Selecting a Nursing Home for Your Loved One

Posted on April 24, 2018
What questions should I ask about a potential nursing home?

If your elderly loved one can no longer safely live alone, a nursing home may be the best place for your relative to receive the quality care he or she requires. Not all nursing homes are equal, however, and...

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Home Buying Basics For The First Time Homebuyer

Posted on April 20, 2018
Where do I begin the home buying process?

For the first time home buyer, buying a house can seem like an overwhelming process. A successful purchase requires several critical factors coming together at the same time. You will need to find your perfect house, ensure it passes inspection, negotiate...

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Estate Planning in Your 20s and 30s

Posted on April 17, 2018
Do I need an estate plan if I am single?

If you are in your 20s or 30s and have yet to create an estate plan, you are far from alone. According to a survey from Caring.com, 60 percent of all Americans lack a will or other basic estate...

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Home Inspection Essentials in NY

Posted on April 10, 2018
What are my legal rights if the home I am looking to purchase is found to have a major defect?

Buying a home is a significant investment that you will want to enter into with full disclosure. As such, your home inspection will be one of the most critical...

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Consider Investing in Real Estate Now

Posted on March 28, 2018
How might the new tax law benefit landlords? As the new tax law takes effect, now is a good time to consider investing in the real estate market.  The new tax code has resulted in several critical changes in the real estate and business realm.  For starters, LLCs will now pay drastically lower tax rates,...
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The Warranty of Habitability

Posted on March 21, 2018
What are my rights as a tenant in New York if my neighbor is excessively loud? If you live in and around New York City, chances are you live in close proximity to others.  While some neighbors can become wonderful friends, we have all likely had at least one neighbor that caused us troubles.  Noise...
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Protect Yourself Before Disaster Strikes

Posted on March 12, 2018
Will my homeowners’ insurance protect me in the event of an earthquake? Last year, Americans watched as hurricanes, fires, and earthquakes struck parts of the U.S. and abroad, inflicting massive damages on homes and people caught in their wake.  These natural disasters have caused many of us to realize just how important it is to...
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You May Be Paying More for Car Insurance

Posted on March 6, 2018
What is a C.L.U.E. report? Did you know that a 15-minute review of your driving record could save you 15 percent or more on your car insurance premiums?  While this may sound like a car insurance advertisement, our New York attorneys at Merlino & Gonzalez are not advocating that you call a different insurance...
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