Real Estate Articles

Condominium conversions are at an all-time high and so is litigation filed by tenants who live in these properties. A California attorney says, 'Know the law,' and cautions that proper notice to tenants in essential to stay out of court.

A leading attorney warns landlords to be sure that cosignors sign all changes and agreements to lease documents.

Recent Ninth Circuit Court ruling in California could open the door to endanger independent contractor status of real estate professionals, says Michael Trust, a leading authority in the field.

RealTown presents an exclusive excerpt from 'Waging War Against Real Estate Discounters' by Bernice Ross, Ph.D. featuring a checklist, scripts, and a risk management action plan.

Respected attorney, author, and educator John Reilly offers RealTown an exclusive recap of Laurie Janik's presentation at the Association Executive meeting. The meeting covered the DOJ, as well as recent and pending judicial matters involving REALTORS nationwide.

Saul Klein offers a primer on property exchange with a eye to the history and the ramifications of the tax law.

The RealTown Library of Real Estate Clauses offers agents and brokers a handy reference for language to cover numerous circumstances.

Real estate Internet pioneers John Reilly and Saul Klein have a frank discussion about legal issues surrounding web publishing. They probe issues ranging from trademarks and intellectual property rights to domain names, real estate regulatory agencies, and National Assn. of REALTOR compliance matters.