Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel unfamiliar. Between contracts, inspections, and closing paperwork, there’s a lot to manage before you get the keys. With the proper legal guidance, the process can be transparent, efficient, and rewarding. At Merlino & Gonzalez, we help first-time buyers...
NY Landlord Rights: Right to Access
When is it lawful for a landlord to enter rented property?
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As a landlord, you have certain rights to enter your leased property. Being able to enter the home is critical when it comes to making repairs and inspecting the premises, but entry at just anytime is not...
Foreclosure Defense Strategies: What Homeowners Need to Know
Foreclosure is an unfortunate end to the dreams of homeowners and property owners. However, by using strategic foreclosure defense strategies, homeowners can delay or even put an end to foreclosure proceedings. In every case, contacting an experienced attorney gives homeowners the tailored guidance they need.
Effective Foreclosure Defense...
The Future of Business Sales: Trends in the New Jersey Market
People are retiring by the tens of thousands, especially in New Jersey. According to FocusNJ.org, the Garden State has an aging workforce, with 27% of workers over the age of 55. With so many people exiting the workforce, selling a small business can be complicated.
If you are...
Unlocking the Potential: How to Maximize Your Business’s Value Before the Sale
One of the main benefits of creating a successful business in New York is that you can get value from it one last time if you sell it. This won’t work for every business. But if you have the type of business where you can successfully pass on products or services to...
Mastering the Art of the Deal: Negotiation Tactics for Commercial Real Estate
When you hear about someone’s success in a real estate negotiation, it’s natural to assume they got a lower price for their property. Pricing is, undoubtedly, a big part of negotiation, but other aspects of investing can benefit from keen negotiation skills.
Negotiation is considered an art, a...
The Role of Zoning Laws in Shaping Your Commercial Real Estate Negotiation Strategy
A healthy investment portfolio may include commercial real estate, but if you are new to this type of investment, you may not know how to start when it comes to negotiating.
Zoning laws play an important role in the value and usage of potential investment properties. These laws...
Technology & Real Estate Closings: Streamlining the Process in 2024
Even if you’re a seasoned investor, real estate closings can be stressful and time-intensive. Collecting all the right documents, reviewing legal paperwork, and tying up every last detail of the transaction isn’t easy.
Fortunately, technology is making this step faster and easier than ever before. Here’s a breakdown...
Checklist for a Successful Real Estate Closing
Whether you’re buying or selling real estate, closing the transaction is an exciting step toward your next chapter in life. However, after the lengthy process of listing or shopping for property, many people are tempted to rush this phase and may miss important tasks along the way.
This...
Navigating the Complexities of Zoning Laws for Commercial Properties in New York and New Jersey
If you are considering purchasing or leasing property in New York or New Jersey and running a business out of that location, keeping local zoning laws in mind is vital. These easy-to-overlook laws dictate what sort of activity you can engage in on commercial property.
Zoning laws in...