Congratulations to Ronald B. Glazer of Astor Weiss Kaplan & Mandel, for selection by his peers for inclusion in the 28th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in Real Estate Law. The latest edition has been released publicly and is now available on www.bestlawyers.com.
For many years I have been including a code of conduct dealing with behavior at meetings in the association’s governing documents and providing methods for its enforcement. After having to deal with rude disruptions, harassment and even physical attacks, it becomes clear that some means of trying to assure courteousness […]
Notices of Increased Real Estate Tax Assessments in the City of Philadelphia The Office of Property Assessment, starting in April, has sent owners of commercial and industrial properties in Philadelphia notices of reassessment of property values. This involved a thorough analysis of some of Philadelphia’s most complex and high-valued parcels, […]
On October 4, 2016, Governor Wolf signed into law House Bill 665 (Act 103 of 2016) which clarified certain sections of the Pennsylvania power of attorney law that went in effect on January 2, 2015 (Act 95 of 2014). The changes were aimed at correcting issues with commercial powers of […]
Are you a residential owner of real estate? Are you looking to make improvements to your home? Perhaps you have just purchased a gorgeous new property thanks to a real estate agent like Reali? If so, you should read the following alert with respect to recent changes made to the […]
On July 2, 2014, the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania enacted Act 95 which amends Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes. Act 95, amongst other modifications, provides for the form of power of attorney, for the implementation of the power of attorney and […]
Knowing the home-buying basics (see https://rodrockhomes.com/home-buying-basics/) is one of the many steps you can take towards purchasing a property. Prior to purchase, it is the responsibility of the buyer to perform a thorough inspection of the property, often referred to as “due diligence.” The whole process of buying a house […]
Generally, a buyer will purchase commercial property in its “as-is”, “where-is” and “with all faults” condition. The two biggest protections the buyer has when purchasing a property is the representations and warranties of the seller set forth within the agreement of sale, and the ability of the buyer to perform […]
Real Estate – Fair Housing Law Traps for the Unwary. All landlords, condominium associations, homeowners’ associations and residential co-ops are subject to the Fair Housing Laws. What does this mean? As a member of the Board of an association, a manager or a landlord, what is my exposure to liability? […]
Real Estate – Condominium or Homeowners’ Association Operating Pitfalls Must the Association hold formal meetings, adopt formal resolutions and keep formal minutes? Are our rules and regulations enforceable? Do changes in our rules and procedures require formal amendment of our governing documents? Can portions of our governing documents be unenforceable […]