
What is Lis Pendens and When to File?
The real estate market is littered with confusing terms that can turn someone away from buying a property. One of the terms people might not be familiar with is lis pendens. A lis pendens is a term a lawyer uses for a pending lawsuit related to the title of a...

What’s the Difference Between an Asset Manager and a Property Manager?
While it may sound like property management and asset management are different names for the same thing, the two careers are actually very distinct in nature. Both are essential parts of managing real estate properties, but the two roles handle different aspects of...

How To Challenge a VA Appraisal
Purchasing a home is usually one of the largest investments a person can make. This is why it is absolutely critical that you take every detail into account in order to ensure that you are receiving the best possible deal. One of the best ways to do this is by...

How To Survive Your First Jury Trial
I have been practicing law for more than a decade now, and I like to think of myself as an expert in the field. It’s a complicated industry, but it is an absolutely crucial one; without it, some of us may never find justice. And because of my expertise and belief in...

Owning VS. Renting: The Pros and Cons
One of the largest decisions that most people make revolves around real estate. Should you rent an apartment or should you purchase a home? It may sound incredibly simple at first glance, but once you begin to dissect and analyze the question, it becomes very clear as...

How To Pick The Right Lawyer
As someone who’s been a lawyer for several years, I know just how important it is to fight for your rights. The first step you should take on the long journey to justice is finding the right litigator for you. However, regardless of what movies and television might...
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