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What are the Advantages of Using a Trust to Keep your Michigan Vacation Property in your Family?
September 23rd, 2025
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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What is Title Insurance? Protection Against Title Defects
February 28th, 2025
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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What is a Deed Restriction?
February 3rd, 2025
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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When to Hire a Real Estate Lawyer in Michigan
August 28th, 2024
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 Real Estate with a Land Contract
March 25th, 2024
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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How For Sale By Owner/FSBO Transactions Work in Michigan
March 12th, 2024
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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Common Mistakes Made in Real Estate Transactions
September 13th, 2023
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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Tips from an Attorney for Selling or Buying a House for Sale by Owner (FSBO)
April 10th, 2023
If you are thinking about selling or buying a house “For Sale By Owner”, it is important to have a complete understanding of the FSBO process and all the legal requirements that are involved. It is also important to seek advice from an experience…
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Top 10 Tips When Purchasing a Condominium in Michigan
December 13th, 2022
Condominium living has become very popular in Michigan in recent years. However, there are many features of condo ownership to consider before purchasing a condominium. Owning a condo is very different from owning and living in a typical residential…
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Co-Ownership Agreement Between Unmarried Couples
September 7th, 2022
If you are considering buying a house with someone who is not your spouse, it is crucial that you have a co-ownership agreement in place. A co-ownership agreement is a legal document that describes how ownership of the property will be divided, what…
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