Memphis, Tennessee, Law Blog
Do you own the ground under your house?
You know that buying a home means you own the structure. You also know that you own the land around it, whether that’s a small city lot or a massive rural space with hundreds of acres. Everything between the property lines is yours. But how far does this ownership...
If you make an offer on a house, do you have to buy?
Buying a home is not like buying something from the store. You can make an offer, but the seller has no obligation to let you buy the property -- even if the offer is for the asking price. They can look at all offers and decide which one they like. That said, you may...
What is a right-of-way easement?
An easement does not mean someone else owns your property. It just means that they have a right to use it in a specific fashion. The property is still yours, even though the easement may limit your use of that property in some way. Typically, the easement is just part...
Does a family member want to purchase your home when you die?
Other people may admire and enjoy the home that you live in. Regardless of whether it was part of an inheritance or the result of a long-term plan to build your dream home, you may have family members other than your spouse or children who might have an interest in...
Can you negotiate a new rental lease contract?
You have found the perfect apartment. The only problem is that the rental lease doesn’t allow you to bring your pet, and it’s around $50 too much each month. You want to negotiate with the landlord, but you know that it could be a big ask to cut so much money off each...
3 signs of undue influence on a will
When you find out you’ve been left out of a loved one’s will, you may feel betrayed and confused. While you aren’t out to profit from someone’s death, exclusion may seem like they didn’t consider you a part of their family. But if you have suspicions about the heirs...
Leaving the house to the kids: Questions to ask before you decide
Your house was the single biggest purchase you ever made. You tended it lovingly for years and you naturally want to pass it on to your children when you pass away. Such an important transfer of assets must be handled carefully. Here are some of the things you may...
A residential disclosure form is essential for buyers
When you’re buying a home, something that you want to see is a residential disclosure form. This form should tell you all kinds of information about possible defects in the home. On a residential disclosure form, the seller should be informing you about any defects...
Young parents need to set an estate plan
Many young adults assume that they have ample time to set up an estate plan, but this might not be the case if they have children. It is imperative for parents to have plans in place for the children just in case something happens to them. There are several points to...
Tips with having an estate sale
Someone you loved has died, and now you’re tasked with selling off their personal items. This can be an overwhelming process, but one that can be done with grace. Here are a few tips in successfully undertaking this task. Keep what you’d like Immediate family should...
