When you are buying your first home, you likely have a lot of questions about what is involved in the process and about what you will need to do. In the vast majority of cases, the best way to get some of your key questions answered is by a Seattle Real Estate Attorney . Many first time buyers question whether…
Many people are concerned that if they file for bankruptcy, they will lose everything. That is not the case. DC Law Group aggressively advocates for your right to keep the things you need to make a fresh start after bankruptcy. Chapter 13 and Chapter 7 are the most common forms of bankruptcy. Secured and unsecured debts are treated differently under…
Commonly known as the “wage earner’s plan,” Chapter 13 offers debtors several advantages over other bankruptcy chapters ― primarily by allowing them to retain possession of high-value assets. This type of bankruptcy filing provides debtors earning a steady income with the opportunity to develop a total or partial debt repayment plan via installments spread out over a three- to five-year…
You don’t need to own a big house to have an estate! Your estate consists of everything you own when you die, including your home, personal property, bank accounts, investments, retirement plans and interest in businesses or partnerships. A basic estate plan consists of a will, durable powers of attorney, and a healthcare directive. Here are five reasons why you…
Washington law specifies the circumstances under which a landlord may evict a tenant in a process, known as an “unlawful detainer action.” Sufficient grounds for eviction include: Failing to pay rent Violating the rental agreement Creating waste or nuisance Refusing to relinquish control of the property after the end of the lease term Allowing gang-related or other unlawful activities to…
If you own property and you wish to rent it out to residential or commercial tenants, you may be uncertain of how to get started or of what type of help you need. One question that you may have is whether a Seattle Real Estate Attorney can assist you with your lease. Likewise, if you are a commercial or a…
Saving a little money up front can be tempting, but can end up costing you and your family thousands of dollars down the line.The internet is littered with DIY estate planning websites and forms. You can even find someone else’s will or template online for free. However, all of these methods have pitfalls. Most templates or sample wills have outdated…
If you are thinking about filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, it is very important to understand that you may be required to turn over assets to become part of the bankruptcy estate and to be sold in order to generate money to pay back the creditors that you are indebted to. There are some exemptions to this and some assets…
If you are considering buying a home, it is always advisable to talk to a real estate attorney. Seattle residents who are thinking about buying a home in an HOA community are especially advised to speak with a real estate attorney to learn more about the implications of the HOA both on property values and on their enjoyment of the…
Do I Need a Real Estate Lawyer to Build a New Home? It has become widely accepted that it is important to have a real estate lawyer when you are buying an existing home. After all, you will need a real estate lawyer to help you to negotiate a purchase and sales agreement with the seller and to make sure…