Purchasing An NJ Home

A land survey is not required by law in New Jersey; however, many mortgage lenders require a survey to finance a loan and it is required to be completed by a licensed Professional Land Surveyor.  The survey report is provided in the form of a map which shows the...

Whenever you purchase real estate in New Jersey, the seller has a duty to provide you with clear title to the property. That means the property must be free from claims by any third parties. In order to make sure the property has clear title, your attorney must order...

If you're buying a home in New Jersey, it's important to understand how pre-closing inspections fit into the process. The inspections occur: AFTER the contract of sale is presented to you (or your attorney), and AFTER the Attorney Review period has concluded. The...

While wading through the legal details of a home purchase on your own might seem to be a good way to save money in the short term, the risks could ultimately far outweigh any benefits and even lead to financial catastrophe. When the stakes are high, proven legal...

You may have heard people say you don't really need an attorney when buying or selling a home. I guess you really don't need a dentist if you have a toothache, or a plumber if your pipes are leaking. Nevertheless, it's probably a very good idea to have one. While no...

Buying a home is an exciting process for many. However, compared to other transactions in your life, the real estate transaction process is not always a simple one. To ensure that nothing derails your dream of homeownership, there are several things that you can do...

In New Jersey, most contracts to buy and sell residential real estate are prepared by real estate brokers or salespeople. The contract's purpose it to set forth the respective obligations of the buyer and seller during the transaction. However, in New Jersey, each...