The Mechanics’ Lien law provides special protection to contractors, subcontractors, laborers and suppliers who furnish labor or materials to repair, remodel or build your home. If any of these people are not paid for the services or materials they have provided, your home may be subject to a mechani

Summer is coming to an end—and that means many homeowners are taking off for one last vacation before the temperatures drop and fall is upon us. But if you pride yourself on having the nicest yard in town, the last thing you want to come back to after a nice, relaxing vacation? A dead garden—which i

What Does “Assignment of Contract” Mean in Real Estate? If you’ve been exploring real estate investing or heard someone talk about “assigning a contract,” you might wonder what that really means, and whether it’s something that affects you as a buyer or seller. Let’s break it down in simple terms. W

When it comes to selling your home, you want to make sure you list and sell at the right time. But the “right time” can vary from person to person. What might be the perfect time for your neighbor or friend to sell might be too early—or too late—for you. So how, exactly, do you know the best time to