In last week's post we discussed the basic requirements for a New York real estate deed. This week we will take a look at some of the different types of deeds used to convey real property.One of the most common types of property deed is the general warranty deed. A...
Month: November 2015
Requirements of a valid New York real estate deed
In New York, as in other jurisdictions, real property is transferred from one owner to another by means of a deed. A deed is the written legal instrument that transfers ownership.To be effective, a deed must meet a number of requirements. First, the deed must be in...
Common construction defects
People in New York undertake structural projects every day. Whether it's a commercial project -- like a skyscraper or retail center -- or a person's home, the utmost care must be taken in constructing the property. With the help of building code regulations and other...
Lawsuit alleges fair housing violations in Long Island town
A couple in Long Island recently filed a lawsuit against the community organization that owns the land on which their house is built, alleging that the organization imposed restrictions on marketing their home for sale - restrictions which the couple says are designed...