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Zoning laws limit land use
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Sep 17, 2020 | Land Use And Zoning
Before purchasing a piece of property with a specific purpose in mind, it is important to first understand its zoning category. In Delaware, zoning designations limit land use as well as the type of structures that can be built on a piece of property. To prevent...
Is it legal to reject an offer to buy my home?
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Sep 3, 2020 | Residential Real Estate
There are many factors that go into a homeowner's decisions to accept or refuse an offer to buy. However, some sellers in Delaware might be worried that they have to accept the first offer they receive, even if the amount falls short of what they are hoping for. While...
Common residential real estate mistakes to avoid
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Aug 20, 2020 | Residential Real Estate
A new homeowner's worst fear might be discovering something seriously wrong soon after buying a house. This could be a physical defect with the property or financial issues related to the mortgage and budget. However, home buyers in Delaware can potentially avoid this...
Possible investment risks in real estate transactions
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Aug 6, 2020 | Real Estate Transactions
Whether considering purchasing a home, new vehicle or investment property, every investment that involves a significant amount of money comes with a certain amount of risk. This does not mean that people should ignore risks since there is no way of avoiding them, nor...
Land use — why you need an easement contract
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jul 22, 2020 | Land Use And Zoning
Whether for personal or commercial use, owning a piece of land is a significant investment. Few -- if any -- property owners in Delaware anticipate having to let others use their properties for unintended purposes. You may have been surprised or even worried when...
Your options for fighting zoning changes
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jul 8, 2020 | Land Use And Zoning
Cities and towns can change pretty drastically over time. Where there were once homes there might be a new shopping center or public park. While these can sometimes be welcome changes, they often pose a problem for property owners in Delaware. This is because these...
Real estate transactions: Single family homes as investments
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jun 25, 2020 | Real Estate Transactions
The real estate market in many areas has taken a beating in the last couple months. Some Delaware investors might have realized that people who are sequestered in condos and apartments get tired of looking at four walls. With that in mind, single-family purchases...
When might earnest money not be refundable?
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jun 12, 2020 | Residential Real Estate
Ready to buy a home in Delaware? Those who are need to be prepared to put down earnest money to get the house taken off the market in order for it to be appraised and inspected before the sale goes through. Just be careful when agreeing to pay earnest money, as it may...
Disclosures matter when selling residential real estate
On Behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | May 29, 2020 | Residential Real Estate
Selling a home can be a very stressful experience. When needing or wanting to sell a home as quickly as possible, one might be tempted to leave potential buyers in the dark about any problems with the property. In Delaware, disclosures matter when selling residential...
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