The purchase of a home or condominium is often one of the largest investments an individual will make.
With so much at stake, it is important not to leave anything to chance. It is...
Homeowners who have fallen behind in mortgage payments should be aware of companies who offer to “help.” In many cases, the “help” is a scam that can lead to even greater financial difficulties....
When one occupies the real estate owned by another person with the owner's consent, it is usually under a lease, which can be written or oral. A lease does not have to be in writing unless it is...
A homeowner who has been served with foreclosure papers should be aware of legal rights that may help with settlement of the case.
According to John G. O’Brien, 2009-10 president of the...
There are several steps that a homeowner who is facing foreclosure can take to avoid losing his or her home.
First, contact an attorney to help develop a plan. If an attorney is not...
In general, a tenant has the right to a safe, livable home, to have the landlord make necessary repairs to the property and to live in the home without interference by the landlord. A tenant...
If you rent a house or apartment, Illinois law provides you with certain legal protections. Being familiar with the law, as well as the specific terms of your individual lease, can help you avoid...
Solicitation phone calls are generally unwelcomed by most Americans. They are often disruptive and inconvenient. In 2008 the federal government enacted The Do-Not-Call Improvement Act, which makes...
Trees are beautiful, welcome additions to a property, but they can create legal problems for home owners. If limbs from a homeowner’s tree hang across a neighbor’s driveway and block the view, the...
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