On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | May 11, 2021 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
There are many people in Delaware who rent their residences. This could a home, townhome, condo, apartment or other types of rentals. While people reside in these rentals and have privacy within their rental unit, there are many differences between renting and owning...
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Apr 27, 2021 | Residential Real Estate
Acquiring property is a momentous occasion. It’s a significant milestone in a person’s life and creates generational wealth. However, the excitement can quickly turn to consternation if someone else claims title to the property. Unfortunately, title disputes are not...
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Apr 14, 2021 | Real Estate Transactions
Boundary issues between property owners are more common than most think, and they can develop into unpleasant territorial disputes. Often the altercation is sparked when a homeowner claims that his neighbor’s driveway is over the boundary line, or when one neighbor...
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Mar 31, 2021 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
In Delaware, landlord-tenant matters can be complicated and result in people – often the landlord – being viewed in a negative light simply for adhering to the law as it stands. It is never easy to act against a tenant, but in some instances, it is necessary. Eviction...
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Mar 12, 2021 | Real Estate Transactions
Purchasing a house is a momentous occasion. Not only is it a personal milestone, it’s a form of a wealth that can be passed down to future generations. For this reason, the moment when the sale becomes final, known as the “closing”, is a celebratory moment. However,...
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Mar 2, 2021 | Real Estate Transactions
Ah, yes. Acquiring property is truly a momentous occasion. In addition to being an important milestone in a person’s life, it’s also vehicle of wealth that can be passed down to later generations (e.g., a house). However, this celebratory occasion can quickly sour if...
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Feb 11, 2021 | Real Estate Transactions
Purchasing residential real estate can be a stressful endeavor. After all, it’s a major investment that could have severe financial ramifications in both the short- and long-term. That’s why those who are engaged in the process need to do everything they can to make...
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Feb 4, 2021 | Land Use And Zoning
Eminent domain is a unique and often misunderstood aspect of Delaware law. People who own property are not expecting the state to simply take it for its own use. However, it is a legal act and can be done under certain circumstances. Of course, the property owner is...
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jan 20, 2021 | Residential Real Estate
A home purchase or sale is one of the largest transactions a person can make. It is helpful to know that Delaware law provides guidelines for buyers and sellers involved in residential real estate transactions. Material defects When residential real estate is sold,...
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jan 6, 2021 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
There are many reasons a landlord-tenant dispute can erupt in Delaware. During the current health crisis, many of these disagreements are about unpaid rent because the renter has lost employment, has medical expenses and is dealing with an uncertain future. The...
