Real Estate Law
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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) ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...