Our Real Estate Blog
Follow our real estate attorney blog to stay current on Connecticut real estate laws and issues. Our attorneys present information they believe will be of interest to those buying and selling property in Fairfield County—as well as those caught up in a variety of property disputes.
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What To Expect on Closing Day-From the Buyer SideA brief overview of the steps a buyer must take leading up to a closing and on closing day.
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Do I Need a Mortgage Contingency In My Offer? Factors to ConsiderA discussion on the pros and cons of waiving a mortgage contingency in the Fairfield County, Connecticut real estate market
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What is a Mortgage Contingency and How Does It Work?How the mortgage contingency works in a typical Fairfield County, Connecticut, real estate transaction.
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How to Make An Offer Your Offer Stand Out In Today's Difficult Real Estate MarketTips for Buyers having a Seller accept a real estate offer accepted in Fairfield County, Connecticut in today's competitive environment.
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DOs and DON’Ts WHEN BIDDING ON A HOUSE or…"WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO GET A SELLER TO ACCEPT MY OFFER?!?!?!"
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What Do You Mean My Binder Isn't Binding?! (2021 Edition)A quick discussion on making offers in today's crazy real estate market.
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Should I sign the Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Detector Affidavit at closing?A discussion on whether a Seller of residential real estate should provide the statutory smoke detector affidavit at closing.
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New Law Eases Burden on Sellers Obtaining Certificates of OccupancyAn explanation of the new Connecticut law regarding open building permits and certificates of occupancy.
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Do You Have an Underwater Mortgage? You May Owe the IRS After a Short SaleA short sale may seem like the solution to an underwater mortgage problem, but keep in mind that forgiven debt can be counted as income and subsequently taxed.