How Do I Transfer Ownership With a Quit Claim Deed?

Quitclaim deeds (sometimes erroneously called”quit claim deeds” or”quick claim deeds”) are legally binding documents that do not require a lawyer’s time to complete and file. Unlike other property deeds, such as warranty deeds (called”grant deeds” in California), quitclaims provide no promise that the property being moved is free from encumbrances. They transfer ownership. While they […]

Renting & Tenant Rights

Even when you’re renting an apartment month-to-month, without a rental, you still have rights that your landlord is legally bound to honor. The federal government offers your local and state authorities, and tenants some protections may offer more. Knowing what your rights really are is the first step toward understanding if your landlord is taking […]

What Does Title Insurance Cover?

Efforts to cover titles date back to the 1800s and have been mostly organized by and for the benefit of lawyers who wanted protection from mistakes they may make from the interpretation of abstracts. As time passes, title insurance became accessible to anyone wanting to buy it. The basic principle of title insurance resembles any […]

Real Estate Contract Definitions

A property contract, when signed, is a legally binding document used to detail the agreement to buy or sell a house or a piece of property, says Jabber and Isaac, P.A. Though buyers and sellers are encouraged to have a realtor review this document before signing, in addition, it is useful for both parties to […]