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Value of Installing Solar Panels in New York

Posted on September 6, 2023

Solar panels are an increasingly popular way to lower energy bills on properties nationwide.

For some homes, solar panels can effectively reduce the cost of energy bills to nothing. This may sound like a great deal, but it only ends up being one if the cost of installing and...

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5 Common Neighbor Disputes and How to Handle Them

Posted on August 10, 2023

Many people enjoy their neighborhoods specifically because of the people who comprise them. Neighbors support each other and form a sense of community by sharing common interests in improving their neighborhoods.

Of course, not all neighbors always get along, however, and though some disputes are minor and easily resolved,...

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Everything You Need to Know About Using Deeds to Transfer Real Estate

Posted on July 13, 2023

Property law uses many archaic terms that are unique to the use and transfer of real estate. “Deed” is one of these terms, which simply refers to a document used to convey property ownership interests. You can think of a deed as a type of contract, although it has many formal...

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4 Reasons to Remain Aware of Contingency Clauses in Real Estate Contracts

Posted on June 15, 2023

Buying and selling a home can be a stressful process, especially with all of the contracts and paperwork. Within your real estate contract, you may find contingency clauses, which could affect your transaction. 

What is a contingency clause?

When something is “contingent,” it means something...

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What Does It Mean When a Property Is Sold As-Is?

Posted on June 2, 2023

When it comes to buying and selling property, you can expect to encounter many real estate terms you may not be familiar with — “as-is” is one of those terms. It is critical to look out for these terms in your contract and understand what they could mean for you and...

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Encroachment of Property in New York: Everything You Need to Know

Posted on May 16, 2023

Land encroachment refers to the illegal occupation of land that belongs to someone else. This type of activity can happen in many ways. If you are the victim of encroachment of property, reach out to a real estate attorney at Merlino & Gonzalez. 

Encroachment of property can result in...

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How to Prepare for Real Estate Mediation

Posted on April 12, 2023

Real estate mediation is an ideal method for resolving disputes without taking on the expense and stress of court proceedings. Ideally, successful mediation will put an end to a dispute in a way that leaves both sides satisfied. 

The key to making the most of real estate mediation is...

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What Is a Quiet Title Action and When Is It Necessary?

Posted on April 7, 2023

In the complex world of real estate law, quiet title actions are essential legal mechanisms that help parties resolve disputes and clear clouds on property ownership. 

If you're considering buying or selling property in New York, learn how quiet title actions may affect the process and how these lawsuits...

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Can the Sales Price of a House Increase After Listing?

Posted on March 22, 2023

Ordinarily, when a house is listed, the sales price is set in stone when the listing becomes public. However, there are some situations where a sales price will change after listing. It will typically go down due to a lack of demand, but there are circumstances where it may go up as...

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Avoid These 4 Common Real Estate Disputes

Posted on February 16, 2023

Real estate disputes are a common occurrence for property owners across New York. Whenever different parties cannot agree on contracts, boundaries, property division, or sales, the situation can become heated and turn into a complex legal battle.

If you own real estate, the best way to avoid a...

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