Both tenants and landlords need to understand how the eviction process works and under what circumstances a tenant may be evicted. Many tenants commonly believe that landlords can simply throw them out, but that is not the case. Instead, landlords must go through the...
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Property sellers’ required disclosures to buyers
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Mar 4, 2015 | Real Estate Transactions
Anyone in Delaware who is planning on selling a piece of real estate could be interested in what disclosures they would be required to make by law. The general rule is that a seller is obligated to disclose to a buyer any possible problems that could have a bearing on...
Importance of title insurance in real estate transactions
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Feb 18, 2015 | Residential Real Estate
Many people in Delaware who are preparing to purchase a home may wonder why they need to bother with purchasing title insurance. People may especially think this small purchase is unnecessary when they are buying a home that has been owned by a single owner for many...
Understanding mortgage liens and title theory
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Feb 10, 2015 | Mortgages
Delaware homeowners may be confused about how mortgage loans, liens and property titles work. For example, many people view mortgages as loans made to facilitate the purchase of real estate. However, a mortgage is not technically a loan. Rather, it is an interest in...
How a bankruptcy may impact a Delaware eviction
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jan 23, 2015 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
Delaware landlords may not be aware that if they have started the eviction process against a tenant, it may be possible for the tenant to delay eviction if he or she has filed for a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. In the event that the tenant filed for bankruptcy...
Delaware rental law and summary possession actions
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jan 9, 2015 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
Delaware law provides a strict series of guidelines for the protection of all parties to a lease of residential or commercial property. The intent is to ensure all sides are treated fairly and equitably. Understanding the rights and obligations of all parties prior...
Motor Vehicle Accident Involving Black Ice
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jan 7, 2015 | Injuries
As winter rapidly approaches and temperatures begin to fall, snow and ice can present difficult and dangerous road hazards that can affect your daily drive. While wet roads and roads covered with packed snow or ice are obvious hazards, black ice, however, lacks the...