Real Estate Practice

In some areas, real estate prices are so low that they’re too good to pass up. What if you see a home you want to buy, either as a residence or an investment property to rent out, but you’re hundreds or even thousands of miles away and are afraid that someone else...

As an investor, you’re always looking for good deals in the residential real estate market. That often means targeting people who have incentives to sell quickly -- such as someone who just got a job in another state and needs to move or someone who bought another...

Most people go to a closing session in person when buying a new property. There, they meet with the title company, the seller and the real estate agents. They all go over the paperwork together and sign everything into the name of the new buyer. But maybe you’re not...

You have probably heard someone say that “real estate values only go up” or that “home prices always rise.” Variations of these are common refrains, and they make it sound like real estate is a sure thing. But how accurate are they, exactly?  The idea that real estate...

The sale of a home in Pennsylvania should be a relatively easy process, but unforeseen issues might complicate sales. A boundary dispute could surprise a seller and lead to a delayed sale. Thankfully, there may be legal remedies available to settle the dispute. Buyers...

A person who’s just getting into real estate investing often wants things to go quickly so they can start to see progress. While this is understandable, it’s imperative that you don’t try to rush things as you go through the process. One area that you have to be...

Short-term rentals that last anywhere from a single night to a few weeks are more lucrative than long-term rentals. Platforms like Air BnB have made it easier than ever before for real estate investors to capitalize on premium properties by making them accessible to...

When purchasing your next piece of Pittsburgh real estate, paying off a mortgage or receiving and sending money for rental deposits, make sure you are careful to avoid becoming the latest victim of real estate fraud. The rise of technology has made investing in real...

If you're looking for passive income or a chance to diversify your portfolio, it may be a good idea to invest in commercial real estate. Let's take a look at what you need to know about this sector before you purchase properties in Pennsylvania or elsewhere in the...