You probably worked with a real estate agent if you went through the homebuying process during the recent real estate boom. However, it’s less likely that you had to interact with a real estate lawyer ...

Q: I read your article on using real estate attorneys in residential closings. What a bunch of drivel. I have handled tens of thousands, if not over 200,000 closings, settlements and escrows in all 50 ...

When someone rents or purchases a place -- regardless of whether that spot is a luxury hotel or a piece of farmland -- the transaction is often governed by rules that are specific to the jurisdiction ...

Q: Earlier this year, I sold my house through a real estate company. I then moved next door to a rental home I own. A few months later, I checked online to view the title to my property and noticed ...

FinCEN has expanded its reach with a new rule (to be published at 31 CFR 1031.320) that will require closing attorneys and title companies to file transparency reports in connection with many ...

With nearly a decade covering personal finance, Rebecca Safier simplifies loans and other complex financial topics to help people manage their money with confidence. Her work has been featured in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Matthew F. Erskine is a trusts and estates attorney. Many families have legacy family real estate - a primary residence, a ...

A real estate attorney specializes in matters related to property, including buying and selling homes. Hiring one can protect your interests in this large financial transaction and is actually ...