“Due Diligence” refers to the research and analysis that a person or business performs before making a big decision. It means thoroughly investigating facts, risks, and records to ensure you know exactly what you are getting into and to avoid hid…
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Owning a condominium is very different than owning a typical residential property. Whether it’s evaluating the financial health of a condo association or considering the restrictions tied to your ownership of a condo, hiring an experienced real est…
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Michigan law does not require an attorney to represent parties in a residential real estate transaction; however, many states have laws that require an attorney represent parties in at least some part of the transaction. Although there is no requirem…
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Keeping Your Getaway in the Family for Years to Come Vacation Property in Michigan has many forms and can include, cottages, cabins, open land for camping or hunting and even second homes. However, what happens to the family vacation property when th…
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Buying and selling a home involves a significant investment of time and money as well as complex documents and numerous details. One aspect that buyers and sellers often ask about is title insurance. They frequently wonder if it is really a necessary…
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Current Michigan real estate transactions for purchasing both residential and commercial real estate commonly involve restrictive covenants and deed restrictions. A restrictive covenant, or deed restriction, is used to impose limitations and conditio…
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For most people, the purchase or sale of a house is often one of the most financially significant transactions that they will make. Consequently, an experienced real estate lawyer is the best way to make sure the numerous and sometimes complex legal…
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Buying or selling a home, commercial property, vacant land and other types of real estate with a land contract is popular in Michigan. Usually, there are no banks, lenders or mortgages involved in a land contract transaction. A land contract is prima…
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For Sale by owner, FSBO, transactions are very popular in the Ann Arbor area and throughout Washtenaw County. Contact attorney Bill Ager for a free consultation to learn about the FSBO process. He will walk you through the entire process for a reason…
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Mistakes in a residential real estate transaction can not only delay a closing but can also cause financial consequences. When Sellers and Buyers make mistakes, they often involve the following: Not Providing a Prospective Buyer with a Properly Compl…
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Born and raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Bill Ager graduated from the University of Michigan and then served in the U.S. Army. He graduated from the Defense Language Institute and worked at the Army’s Freedom of Information Center in Washington… Read More