Contract Disputes, Arbitration, and Arbitration Clauses While arbitration clauses are often a good idea, sometimes an arbitration clause can work against recovery on the contract. Before including an arbitration clause in a contract, think about who will most likely be a plaintiff, who will most likely be a defendant and the amount of damages. Arbitration […]
One of the primary reasons we open Colorado probate estates is to transfer real estate from the deceased person to the new owners. Here are the various ways we make that transfer and how to minimize the transfer costs of Colorado probate real estate.
There is more to negotiating a Colorado commercial lease than just the cost per square foot. Should a problem arise sometime during the lease term, the commercial lease terms can be critical. The time to negotiate those commercial lease terms is before the lease begins. Read and Understand the Commercial Lease This may seem obvious, […]
What is an Exculpatory Clause? Today, virtually every form contract contains an exculpatory clause. An exculpatory clause is a clause in the contract that strictly limits the liability of one party. For example, if you rent skis from a local ski shop, the contract may contain an exculpatory clause limiting the liability of the ski […]
Understanding Local Colorado Real Estate Law Thinking about buying real estate in the Bahamas? Maybe a timeshare in Barbados? A quaint villa in the French West Indies? Well, before you do, you may want to research the local real property taxes, think about how this little piece of paradise fits into your overall estate plan […]
Have a dispute with your beloved homeowner association? Thinking about withholding your dues or assessments in protest? Well, be careful. You may lose your real property in the process.
Joint tenancy is a convenient form of ownership. It is a form of ownership that has been encouraged in the marketplace by financial institutions and, to some extent, by professional advisors. Joint tenancy, it is estimated, is utilized in most married couples’ estate plans. Because of the survivorship feature of joint tenancy, it is thought […]
In a real estate market where last week’s drywall subcontractor is this week’s seasoned home builder, negotiating a new home construction contract becomes more important than ever before. When entering into a contract to buy a newly constructed home, here are just a few important points to consider. 1. The Importance of Reading the Contract […]