Real Estate Law

I’ve invested money but not been repaid- what can I do?
Real Estate

I’ve invested money but not been repaid- what can I do?

When you invest in businesses or provide personal loans, there is a risk of late repayments, default, or failure to pay. To navigate these challenges ...
What should I do if I didn’t protect my tenant’s deposit in time?
Real Estate

What should I do if I didn’t protect my tenant’s deposit in time?

The problem A landlord must protect a security deposit within 30 days after receiving it. The period was extended from 6 April 2012 to 30 ...
Real Estate & Construction News (8/21/24) – REITs Show Strength, Energy Prices Increase Construction costs and CRE Struggles To Keep Pace
Real Estate

Real Estate & Construction News (8/21/24) – REITs Show Strength, Energy Prices Increase Construction costs and CRE Struggles To Keep Pace

Five months after the National Association of Realtors reached a settlement on how its 1.5 million agents in the U.S. receive commissions, new rules will ...
Latent vs Patent Defects
Real Estate

Latent vs Patent Defects

In construction, the integrity of the building or structure, is crucial, not only to its longevity, but also to the safety of the occupants. There ...
How do Articles of Association and Shareholders’ Agreements impact valuation?
Real Estate

How do Articles of Association and Shareholders’ Agreements impact valuation?

Articles of Association are a fundamental pillar that is often overlooked by companies. An article of association for a company outlines key aspects such as ...
Real Estate & Construction News (8/21/24) – REITs Show Strength, Energy Prices Increase Construction costs and CRE Struggles To Keep Pace
Real Estate

Real Estate & Construction News Roundup 8/14/24″ – Commercial Real Estate AI, Hotel Pipeline Growth, and Housing Market Improvements

(Omar Mohammed, Newsweek) A drop in mortgage rates, along with a drop in housing values, could give buyers a path to homeownership. (Omar Mohammed, Newsweek) ...
Settlement Agreements for Construction Disputes
Real Estate

Settlement Agreements for Construction Disputes

Construction disputes can often halt progress and drive up costs. Settlement agreements can be a useful tool to resolve disputes quickly. They address issues such ...
Fast Track vs. Multi-track Claims
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Fast Track vs. Multi-track Claims

In England & Wales, the court assigns civil claims to “tracks” according to their complexity, amount of money claimed, and estimated trial time. This is ...
How do I set aside a default judgment?
Real Estate

How do I set aside a default judgment?

If the defendant does not respond to a claim filed by a person or a company, the court may be able to close the case ...