United States: Real Estate and Construction

The California Coastal Commission (the Commission) has long posed a significant hurdle to coastal housing production, even as state law has streamlined residential development elsewhere.

Complex infrastructure projects require carefully structured insurance programs to protect against unique risks. Understanding how to tailor coverage for these large-scale developments involves navigating specialized policies, risk allocation strategies, and the interplay between project stakeholders and insurers.

Culver City Planning and Development Director Mark Muenzer discusses how the city has become a model for efficient housing development by embracing state mandates, streamlining approvals, and adopting a problem-solving approach. The conversation explores the leadership strategies and technological innovations that have enabled Culver City to remove barriers and turn housing plans into tangible progress.

Seller financing offers an alternative path to homeownership for buyers who struggle to meet conventional lending requirements, providing flexibility for both parties while potentially avoiding broker fees. However, these transactions require careful legal documentation including loan agreements, promissory notes, and deeds of trust to prevent adverse consequences. A real estate attorney can guide buyers and sellers through the complexities of seller-financed deals, from drafting paperwork to addressing tit

The Ohio Supreme Court has issued a significant ruling on whether a 1953 deed's reservation of "coal or other minerals of any vein" includes oil and gas rights. The decision examines how specific language choices and the absence of oil-and-gas-related terminology in deed reservations can determine the scope of mineral rights, potentially reshaping how courts interpret similar conveyances across the state.

A landowner sought a Certificate of Compliance from the City of Oakland, asserting that a pre-1972 deed referencing three lots (Lot 18, Lot 17, and a portion of Lot 16) created three separate legal parcels.

Massachusetts quietly amended its estate tax statute last summer. This amendment significantly changes how the tax is calculated for non-resident decedents owning Massachusetts real estate.

A revocable living trust (sometimes called a revocable inter vivos trust) is a legal arrangement you create during your lifetime to hold legal title to your assets.

Jennifer D'Amato explores the critical techniques and strategies available under Wisconsin law for post-death estate administration, examining how legal professionals can help families minimize costs, delays, and conflicts during the probate process. The article provides practical guidance on navigating the various administration options available in Wisconsin's aging population landscape.

The California Coastal Commission (the Commission) has long posed a significant hurdle to coastal housing production, even as state law has streamlined residential development elsewhere.

Complex infrastructure projects require carefully structured insurance programs to protect against unique risks. Understanding how to tailor coverage for these large-scale developments involves navigating specialized policies, risk allocation strategies, and the interplay between project stakeholders and insurers.

Culver City Planning and Development Director Mark Muenzer discusses how the city has become a model for efficient housing development by embracing state mandates, streamlining approvals, and adopting a problem-solving approach. The conversation explores the leadership strategies and technological innovations that have enabled Culver City to remove barriers and turn housing plans into tangible progress.