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The listing sheet doesn’t fully explain the seller’s motivation, hidden property issues, or the competition your offer will face. There are many more questions that you should ask when considering a home. Join Jason Muth and Attorney / Broker Rory Gill of NextHome Titletown and UrbanVillage Legal in Boston, Massachusetts for another episode of The Real Estate Law Podcast! Notes from this Episode:...

No, you won't get a cramp if you go swimming after eating. And if you swallow gum, it will not remain in your body for seven years. And the world is not flat. It just isn't. Stop it, flat earthers.... Real estate has a ton of myths that many believe to be true. Everything from necessary disclosures to what actually constitutes a bedroom. So what are some common real estate myths? We review 5 excel...

Seller's Markets can make for challenging situations if you're looking for a home or an investment property - tons of competition, multiple offers, lots of power in the hands of the other party. How can you make your offer stand out? Or, at least, how can you be sure to submit an offer that includes everything that the selling party requests? Notes from Episode: Be complete. Read the listing agent...

Solar panels can be a way to lessen your energy footprint and to save on electricity costs. However, the installation of solar panels can complicate your ability to sell and refinance your home. There are some legal issues in regards to panels and real estate transactions that you will need to be aware. Here we explain some legal considerations for solar panel owners and why individuals with solar...

Airbnb, vacation rentals, and other short-term rentals are new ways of making money that investors are discovering as side hustles or legitimate full-time businesses. When you run an Airbnb, vacation rental or short-term rental business there are a number of tax implications that you may not find in your standard 1040 tax forms. These relate to home mortgage interest deductions, depreciation deduc...

Real Estate Scams have been around for decades. But now, we are entering a brand new era in the world of real estate, where people have more access to information than ever before. The upshot is that we know more, are better informed, and are also more skeptical. Unfortunately, this has led to a rise in scammers in our industry. Real estate scams are nothing new; but what is new is that the intern...

This is part two of our two-part conversation about condo conversions. If you haven't listened to part one yet (Episode 11), go back and check that out first! You'll learn a few of the basics there - What is a condo conversion? Why would you undertake a condo conversion? How do you plan for condoizing a building? Here, we dig into some additional details, such as: How to do it: three items needed...

What exactly is a condo conversion, you ask? You have come to the right spot! We have a two-part conversation about condo conversions. What is a condo conversion?  Dividing up existing real estate into different pieces (not by lot line) so that they can be sold or owned separately. It’s not a physical difference - just a legal one. Why would you do a condo conversion? (Hint - If it’s more profitab...

In this episode, we're continuing our conversation about pricing strategy and how to price your home for the optimal sale price. If you're selling your home, you're going to want to nail the listing price when you first hit the market. The goal is to price it correctly - not too high that you'll need to make future price reductions, but not too low that you'll wonder if you made a mistake. Even in...

In this episode, we're talking about how to price your home for the optimal sale price. Even in a hot real estate market - where properties receive multiple offers before the Open House - pricing strategy is key. Price too high? You'll come across as greedy and some buyers might not even see your listing based on their search criteria. Price too low? You will wonder how much money you left on the...

In this episode, we're talking about how to keep everything and everyone safe during an Open House. How often do you open your front door to strangers, let them wander around your home, and check everything out (sometimes without supervision)? Not often, we would hope! When you're buying or selling property, though, the rules are a bit different. While sight-unseen offers are common for investors,...

In this episode, we're talking about home inspections! We are dissecting the home inspection process - how do you use the information that you learn and when should you panic? Is a Home Inspection a required part of the process? Negotiating for repairs and credits. When a Home Inspection will kill a deal. Who are the key players involved with a Home Inspection? It’s not always about the problems -...

In this episode, we're discussing the qualities that make the most effective part-time real estate agents. If you're considering a side hustle in real estate, this is a quick 20-minute listen that will position you with the greatest chances of succeeding! People from which professions and phases of life make the best part-time agents? What are a broker's most valid concerns about commitment and cl...

In this episode, we're discussing evictions and how to remove a tenant from a property. Evictions can be tricky, and there are many details and steps that a landlord should take in order to keep the process moving smoothly and without incident. Each step of the eviction process needs to be precise. What is a Notice to Quit? When should you bring in an attorney? How will you end up in court? When i...

In this episode, we're covering ideas to help you submit strong offers when buying real estate. Win more bidding wars in hot real estate markets. Receive fewer counter offers when negotiating. Understand the seller's situation, and you will stand a better chance to land the property of your dreams....or simply your next investment at a favorable price! Join Jason Muth from Straightforward Short-Te...

In this episode, we're talking all about condo associations - everything from the benefits of living with neighbors in a harmonious condo association, to the horror stories when condo associations become dysfunctional. Before you buy into a condo association, you need to listen to this episode! Join Jason Muth from Straightforward Short-Term Rentals and Attorney / Broker Rory Gill of NextHome Titl...

In this episode, we're talking all about vacation rentals - Airbnb, VRBO, and all short-term rental opportunities. What are the current laws? What should you consider if you're looking to Airbnb your property? Join Jason Muth from Straightforward Short-Term Rentals and Attorney / Broker Rory Gill of NextHome Titletown and UrbanVillage Legal in Boston, Massachusetts for another episode of The Real...

Meet Jason Muth and Attorney / Broker Rory Gill of NextHome Titletown and UrbanVillage Legal in Boston, Massachusetts! Learn about what a real estate attorney does and why it is important to have an experienced real estate attorney readily available - everything from neighborly conflicts to protecting yourself during real estate transactions. Join Jason Muth from Straightforward Short-Term Rentals...