Cleveland's Updated Nuisance Law: What Property Owners Need to Know
Cleveland has revamped its nuisance law to streamline police efforts in managing problematic properties. Discover how these changes impact property owners and what steps you can take to ensure compliance.
Mandatory Disclosures in Ohio Residential Property Sales
In Ohio, sellers must disclose certain information when selling residential property. This guide explains the mandatory disclosures required by law, ensuring transparency and protecting the interests of all parties involved
Can You Force a Property Sale After a Failed Closing? Legal Insights in Ohio
When a property closing doesn't go as planned, Ohio courts offer legal remedies to enforce the agreement. Learn how you can sue for breach of the purchase agreement and seek specific performance to protect your interests.
Understanding Ohio’s New Home Remodeling and Repair Law: What Homeowners Need to Know
Planning a home remodeling or repair project in Ohio? As of January 1, 2025, a new law requires contracts for projects costing $25,000 or more to meet specific requirements, ensuring clearer agreements and better protection for homeowners.
The Court Refuses to Process My Eviction; What Can I Do?
Navigating the eviction process can be challenging, especially when courts introduce unexpected delays. This blog post explores common hurdles landlords face and offers practical solutions to move the process forward, like filing a writ of mandamus.
Peace and Quiet: Turning Neighborly Nightmares into Legal Triumphs with Injunctive Relief
Living next to a troublesome neighbor can be a challenging experience. If your neighbor’s actions are causing you significant distress or harm, you may need to file an injunction complaint to seek legal relief.
Foreclosure Frenzy: Asserting Your Interest in a Foreclosure Action
In Ohio, if you have an interest in a property undergoing foreclosure, it's crucial to assert your interest promptly to protect your rights. Learn the steps to take and how to ensure your claims are considered by the Court.
Landlord Woes: When Your Tenant Files a Bankruptcy Stay During an Eviction Action
Steps landlords can take when a tenant files for bankruptcy during an eviction action in Ohio, and how to navigate the complexities of the legal process.
Easier to Sue Contractors in Ohio, But Payouts Are Smaller
The Ohio government has made it easier to sue contractors for bad work on homes, but the amount of money you can get from suing them is now less.
My Partner and I Are Moving in. Do I Need a Formal Rental Agreement?
If you found a roommate on Craigslist, you would use a contract to define how much rent each person pays and who pays for utilities. The same is true when you move in with your partner. It’s a way to protect both yourself and your partner.
I Bought a Property in Cleveland with Lead Problems. Can I Undo the Sale?
Beginning back on February 6, 2024, if you purchase a property in Cleveland, the seller is required to provide a special certificate that will inform you of any issues with the property, such as whether it has been flagged by the City of Cleveland for lead-related concerns.
Real Estate Contract Breach: What Compensation Can You Expect?
Whether you're the buyer or the seller, a real estate contract breach could cause significant financial losses and delays in your property plans.
Can I Sue My Homebuilder for Doing a Bad Job?
When you hire a homebuilder, they must do a good job. This means they need to work like any skilled worker would.
My House Seller Lied About the House, Can I Sue for Fraudulent Misrepresentation?
Fraudulent misrepresentation happens when someone lies about an important fact, and another person believes this lie and gets hurt because of it.
Mandatory Disclosures in Sales of Residential Property
Mandatory disclosures play a crucial role in residential property sales, ensuring transparency and protecting the interests of both buyers and sellers.
What is an Option Contract?
An option contract gives you the chance to buy property later, without having to do it right away.
Landlord 101: Cleveland Heights Part 2
Landlord 101 is part of a new series of informational posts that reviews what a landlord could expect from each city/town/municipality in the Northeast Ohio area. This article is part 2 for Cleveland Heights and before reading this article, we recommend you begin with part 1.
Landlord 101: Cleveland Heights Part 1
Landlord 101 is part of a new series of informational posts that reviews what a landlord could expect from each city/town/municipality in the Northeast Ohio area. Learn about the eviction process in Cleveland Heights, including the prohibition of ‘self-help’ and the steps required to legally remove a tenant.
Learning About Leases: Letter of Intent
The first step of any commercial lease, whether as Tenant or as Landlord, is to set down the basic terms with a Letter of Intent (LOI). Learn about the essential elements of an LOI and how it can be binding or non-binding based on initial negotiations.
How do you remove a house lien?
Discovering a lien on your property can be alarming. Learn about the steps to remove a mechanics lien, from filing a Notice to Commence Suit to suing for Quiet Title and Slander of Title, and why hiring a real estate attorney is highly recommended.